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ACY 37D

1966 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,911 mi
Last recorded50,911 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz 25063,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACY 37D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1966
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 50,911 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 50,886 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 50,832 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 50,802 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2009 44,598 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 44,586 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 44,586 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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ACY 37D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 63,695 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACY 37D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 60 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACY 37D registered?

ACY 37D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 18 August 1966.

Is ACY 37D safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACY 37D shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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