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G657 XWS

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

192,609 mi
Last recorded192,609 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG657 XWS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 192,609 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2014 192,356 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 191,990 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 191,365 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 191,365 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 190,855 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 189,861 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 189,577 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 188,620 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 187,926 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 187,925 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 183,783 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 178,799 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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G657 XWS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 119,832 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 G657 XWS, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G657 XWS registered?

G657 XWS is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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