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APH 327Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,891 mi
Last recorded128,891 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 25077,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPH 327Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 128,891 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 128,392 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2008 128,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 127,940 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

battery insecure ,fuel hose to carb split not leaking fuel

Fail 24 Oct 2006 127,914 miles

Nearside Front Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 127,617 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 127,617 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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APH 327Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 77,015 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 APH 327Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APH 327Y?

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What year was APH 327Y registered?

APH 327Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 25 May 1983.

Is APH 327Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APH 327Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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