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EGY 525T

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,454 mi
Last recorded113,454 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGY 525T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2013 113,454 miles

slight blow on exhaust system

vehicle heavily undersealed visual inspection impaired

Pass 9 Aug 2011 113,392 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 113,392 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 113,354 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 113,306 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 113,236 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

n/s rear tyre showing wear in inside wall

Pass 10 Aug 2006 113,146 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

slight play steering box

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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EGY 525T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 95,038 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 EGY 525T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGY 525T?

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What year was EGY 525T registered?

EGY 525T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is EGY 525T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGY 525T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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