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E891 NCL

1987 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

149,699 mi
Last recorded149,699 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2014
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 250163,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE891 NCL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2014 149,699 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 148,676 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 148,679 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2011 148,676 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 148,678 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 148,678 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 148,678 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 141,660 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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E891 NCL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 E891 NCL, 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 E891 NCL registered?

E891 NCL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E891 NCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E891 NCL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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