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FV11 VSA

2011 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,331 mi
Last recorded84,331 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 25084,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 VSA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 84,331 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 68,797 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 68,797 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25535zr18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2021 67,809 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 66,167 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 52,769 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2018 41,958 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 35,903 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash cam removed ()

Pass 16 Nov 2016 23,869 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 19,614 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 11,671 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 11,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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FV11 VSA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 84,601 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 FV11 VSA, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV11 VSA registered?

FV11 VSA is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is FV11 VSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 VSA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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