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G26 EAD

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

218,237 mi
Last recorded218,237 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG26 EAD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 218,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust mounts perished

Pass 30 Jun 2016 218,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit APPROX. 2.5 / 3.0MM (4.1.E.1)

Rear & centre exhaust mounts perished

Pass 7 May 2015 218,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear tyre slightly perished on inner wall

Rear Exhaust mounting rings perished

Pass 13 May 2014 218,237 miles

Rear tyres approx. 3.0mm

Pass 25 Apr 2013 218,237 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 218,237 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 218,237 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 218,237 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 218,237 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fail 1 May 2010 218,146 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 May 2010 218,146 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 216,683 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 216,683 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 213,562 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 209,231 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 204,306 miles

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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G26 EAD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 G26 EAD, 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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What year was G26 EAD registered?

G26 EAD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 November 1990.

Is G26 EAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G26 EAD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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