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ESV 800

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,068 mi
Last recorded77,068 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESV 800
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 77,068 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 77,063 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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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ESV 800 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ESV 800, 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 55 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 ESV 800?

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What year was ESV 800 registered?

ESV 800 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 4 October 1971.

Is ESV 800 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESV 800 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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