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BHJ 187J

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,016 mi
Last recorded25,016 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 187J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 25,016 miles

FLOOR CORRODED

Fail 22 Sep 2016 25,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

FLOOR CORRODED

Pass 21 Aug 2015 24,881 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 24,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 24,363 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

has corrosion near side front outer sill and off side floor not with in 30cm of any mounting

Pass 16 Jul 2013 24,059 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyre side walls perrished

floor and inner wings all welded from inside

Pass 31 Jan 2012 23,802 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 23,798 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Fail 8 Nov 2011 23,601 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2010 21,041 miles

execissive under seal under all four wheel arches

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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BHJ 187J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 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 BHJ 187J, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BHJ 187J registered?

BHJ 187J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 8 April 1971.

Is BHJ 187J safe to buy?

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