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H162 JLD

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,152 mi
Last recorded163,152 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2014
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH162 JLD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2014 163,152 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 158,030 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 158,030 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 154,778 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 146,826 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 146,821 miles

Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

near side rear parking brake effort low

Pass 14 Jan 2008 138,322 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 130,202 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2006 124,822 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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H162 JLD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 158,334 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 H162 JLD, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H162 JLD registered?

H162 JLD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H162 JLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H162 JLD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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