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AFZ 9959

2011 Mercedes-benz 250

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,074 mi
Last recorded92,074 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 25084,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 9959
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 92,074 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 89,302 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 82,117 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 73,561 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 73,561 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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AFZ 9959 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 84,601 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 AFZ 9959, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFZ 9959?

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What year was AFZ 9959 registered?

AFZ 9959 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 May 2011.

Is AFZ 9959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 9959 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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