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E19 OML

1989 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

142,069 mi
Last recorded142,069 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 250161,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE19 OML
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 142,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 141,973 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 141,907 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 141,068 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 140,746 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 140,660 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 139,887 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2017 139,885 miles

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 139,585 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both side at the front (6.1.B.2)

suspension pipes rusty

Pass 5 Jan 2015 137,457 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 137,446 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 137,432 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 137,216 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 135,335 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 134,163 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 130,148 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 126,721 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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E19 OML is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 161,444 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 E19 OML, 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 37 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 E19 OML registered?

E19 OML is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 7 September 1989.

Is E19 OML safe to buy?

The MOT history for E19 OML shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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