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G597 FVT

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

202,118 mi
Last recorded202,118 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2011
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG597 FVT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2011 202,118 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 200,064 miles

corrsoision to fuel pipes & brake pipes

rear discs pitted inner

Pass 29 Jan 2009 197,750 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 193,281 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 186,811 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 176,488 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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G597 FVT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G597 FVT, 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 G597 FVT registered?

G597 FVT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G597 FVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G597 FVT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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