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H587 JCV

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,348 mi
Last recorded1,348 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH587 JCV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 1,348 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 1,321 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 96,190 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 96,190 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 95,465 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 95,465 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 81,432 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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H587 JCV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H587 JCV, 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 H587 JCV registered?

H587 JCV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H587 JCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H587 JCV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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