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E209 ROM

1987 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,210 mi
Last recorded132,210 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 250163,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE209 ROM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 132,210 miles

Both outer sills by jacking points corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Door aperture by B pillar (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2015 132,197 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 132,070 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 132,045 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 131,757 miles

both front springs broken but serviceable

Pass 10 Mar 2011 131,737 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 131,659 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2007 130,814 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 130,517 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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E209 ROM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 163,834 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 E209 ROM, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E209 ROM registered?

E209 ROM is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E209 ROM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E209 ROM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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