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G529 WPN

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

234,178 mi
Last recorded234,178 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG529 WPN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 234,178 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 219,197 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both NSF & OSF (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both NSF & OSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 219,009 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 219,009 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 203,273 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

rear exhaust mounting rubber splitting

Pass 18 Oct 2013 167,433 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

corrsion on o/s front wing by bumper

n/s front tyre wall slight cut

noise/sqweal from engine

Pass 16 Oct 2012 165,039 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f wing showing signs of corrosion

n/s/f shock slight leak

Pass 17 Oct 2011 155,440 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 143,870 miles

car corroding in variuos places

oil leak

rear diff leak

under trays

windsreen chipped

Pass 5 Sep 2009 134,814 miles

drivers door shut corroded

front pads getting down

rear brake ferruls corroded

rear springs corroded

windsreen chipped

Pass 5 Jun 2008 125,367 miles

all brake flexie metal ends corroded

chips on screen

front no. plate cracked

front tyres getting low

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2007 118,037 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 May 2006 111,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 9 May 2006 111,973 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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G529 WPN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G529 WPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G529 WPN registered?

G529 WPN is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G529 WPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G529 WPN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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