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FB479A

2016 Mercedes-benz V250

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,044 mi
Last recorded9,044 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz V25079,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB479A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV250
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 9,044 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 9,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V250?

Based on 1,979 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
16,956
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
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FB479A is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V250 in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz V250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 79,190 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 V250 fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB479A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V250 typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz V250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FB479A registered?

FB479A is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V250, first registered on 13 June 2016.

Is FB479A safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB479A 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.

Does FB479A have outstanding finance?

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