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C831 CUL

1985 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,701 mi
Last recorded140,701 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 250107,812 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC831 CUL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2006 140,701 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 140,701 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

offside rear bumper end cap missing.

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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C831 CUL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C831 CUL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C831 CUL registered?

C831 CUL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C831 CUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C831 CUL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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