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G701 BRF

1990 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,264 mi
Last recorded121,264 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 250157,990 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG701 BRF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 121,264 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 120,218 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 119,716 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 119,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 119,031 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 118,436 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 117,915 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 117,915 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective very slow to return free off (5.2.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 115,592 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 113,136 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 109,900 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 109,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 106,601 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 104,954 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 100,725 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 96,163 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 96,193 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 91,351 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 82,500 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 74,356 miles

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

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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G701 BRF is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G701 BRF, 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 G701 BRF registered?

G701 BRF is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 5 February 1990.

Is G701 BRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G701 BRF shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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