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G170 KNV

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,193 mi
Last recorded122,193 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG170 KNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 122,193 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all unchanged (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

exhaust system corroded

undertray fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2019 122,193 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all unchanged (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

exhaust system corroded

undertray fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2018 116,401 miles

Exhaust starting to corrode.

Pass 8 Mar 2017 106,684 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 103,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 103,212 miles

REAR EXHAUST BECOMING CORRODED.

Pass 11 Mar 2014 102,167 miles

OUTERSILLS PLASTIC COVERS ON.

Pass 15 Mar 2013 100,891 miles

OUTERSILLS PLASTIC COVERS ON.

Fail 5 Mar 2013 100,891 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

OUTERSILLS PLASTIC COVERS ON.

Pass 5 Mar 2012 99,764 miles

PLASTIC COVERS FITTED TO OUTER SILLS

Pass 7 Mar 2011 98,530 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 97,479 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 97,479 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 96,110 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 96,110 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 94,137 miles

front tyres worn inner and outer edges

rear suspension pipes corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2007 92,431 miles

steel brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

Fail 15 Mar 2007 92,429 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

steel brake pipes corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2006 90,585 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 30 Mar 2006 90,584 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

brake pipes starting to corrode

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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G170 KNV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 157,990 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 G170 KNV, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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G170 KNV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 14 March 1990.

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