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B15 SRA

1988 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

247,702 mi
Last recorded247,702 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2015
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 250173,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 SRA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2015 247,702 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 247,702 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 234,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 219,822 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 204,525 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 204,511 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 187,207 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 179,470 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 172,852 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 110,401 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 110,401 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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B15 SRA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 173,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B15 SRA, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B15 SRA registered?

B15 SRA is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is B15 SRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 SRA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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