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E799 DRN

1987 Mercedes-benz 250

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,292 mi
Last recorded159,292 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 250163,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE799 DRN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2017 159,292 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 154,699 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 150,597 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 146,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 139,857 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 132,280 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 123,857 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 113,083 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 102,176 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 91,553 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 81,151 miles

O/S/F TYRE AT 2MM TREAD DEPTH

Pass 4 Jul 2006 65,939 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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E799 DRN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E799 DRN, 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 E799 DRN registered?

E799 DRN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E799 DRN safe to buy?

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