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B37 VYL

1984 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

115,435 mi
Last recorded115,435 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 25097,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB37 VYL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 115,435 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 108,418 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 108,414 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Oct 2009 103,076 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

nearside mirror glass broken

Pass 8 Oct 2009 103,076 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

nearside mirror glass broken

Pass 29 Mar 2008 95,399 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 95,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 90,823 miles

front registration plate damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2006 84,287 miles

front registration plate cracked

offside rear lamp damaged

rear brake compensator weeping

rear bumper damaged

rear panel damaged

Fail 28 Mar 2006 84,287 miles

offside rear lamp damaged

rear brake compensator weeping

rear bumper damaged

rear panel damaged

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front registration plate cracked

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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B37 VYL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 97,460 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 B37 VYL, 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 42 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 B37 VYL registered?

B37 VYL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 20 August 1984.

Is B37 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B37 VYL shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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