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H479 YMV

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

237,417 mi
Last recorded237,417 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH479 YMV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2012 237,417 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 227,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both rear coil springs and mounting getting rusty.

front to rear fuel pipes rusty.

nearside rear seat belt needs help to return.

Pass 13 Jan 2010 222,755 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front to rear fuel pipes rusty.

nearside rear seat belt needs help to return.

Pass 22 Jan 2009 219,673 miles

slight play n/s steering

Pass 24 Jan 2008 213,175 miles

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 19 Jan 2008 71,309 miles

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

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

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 30 Jan 2007 206,339 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 199,365 miles

Nearside Front 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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H479 YMV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 H479 YMV, 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 H479 YMV registered?

H479 YMV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 3 January 1991.

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