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FBH 64K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,762 mi
Last recorded18,762 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBH 64K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 18,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 18,647 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 18,647 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 18,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 17,890 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 17,693 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 17,547 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 17,330 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 17,210 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 17,146 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 16,958 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 16,577 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 16,335 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 15,942 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 15,555 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 15,285 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 15,286 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 15,253 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 15,243 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 13,603 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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FBH 64K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 FBH 64K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FBH 64K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 23 March 1972.

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