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B424 RRT

1985 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,736 mi
Last recorded117,736 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2010
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 250107,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB424 RRT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2010 117,736 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 117,731 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 117,340 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 117,331 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 116,850 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED.

Pass 25 Apr 2006 116,595 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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B424 RRT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 107,812 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 B424 RRT, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B424 RRT registered?

B424 RRT is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B424 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B424 RRT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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