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H266 POE

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,892 mi
Last recorded136,892 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2007
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH266 POE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2007 136,892 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 136,982 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

fan belt noisy †nsf flexy signs of slight rub †pads look low †oil leaks

flexy ferules all rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2005 129,206 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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H266 POE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 H266 POE, 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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How do I check the history of H266 POE?

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What year was H266 POE registered?

H266 POE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 28 June 1991.

Is H266 POE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H266 POE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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