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E23 PCL

1987 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,445 mi
Last recorded90,445 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 250163,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 PCL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2007 90,445 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s/r hub bush slight play

Pass 2 Mar 2006 84,546 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 84,546 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 84,545 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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E23 PCL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E23 PCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E23 PCL registered?

E23 PCL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 6 October 1987.

Is E23 PCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 PCL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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