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H492 KEW

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

257,412 mi
Last recorded257,412 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH492 KEW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 257,412 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 257,412 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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H492 KEW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 H492 KEW, 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 H492 KEW registered?

H492 KEW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H492 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H492 KEW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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