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G59 TCA

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

150,723 mi
Last recorded150,723 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG59 TCA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2012 150,723 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear brakes rubbing slightly

Fail 1 Aug 2012 150,699 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear brakes rubbing slightly

Pass 2 Nov 2010 150,682 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 150,668 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 148,866 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

rear prop shaft drive coupling breaking up.

Pass 6 Feb 2008 146,776 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 146,739 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 144,092 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2006 144,035 miles

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Oct 2005 139,715 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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G59 TCA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G59 TCA, 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 G59 TCA registered?

G59 TCA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 10 May 1990.

Is G59 TCA safe to buy?

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