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B20 PBB

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,170 mi
Last recorded146,170 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB20 PBB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2012 146,170 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 141,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 135,408 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 135,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 130,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 125,177 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 121,874 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 121,869 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 114,621 miles

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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B20 PBB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 157,957 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 B20 PBB, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B20 PBB registered?

B20 PBB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is B20 PBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B20 PBB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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