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HGX 544K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

65,808 mi
Last recorded65,808 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGX 544K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 65,808 miles

Offside Front tyre tread wearing on inner edge

floor pans rusty

nearside and offside rear wheel arches rusty

Fail 30 Jan 2015 65,749 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

offside front tyre wearing on inner tread

rust in nearside and offside front floor

rust in nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches

Pass 30 Jan 2015 65,749 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner tread

rust in nearside and offside front floor

rust in nearside and offside rear inner wheel arches

Fail 18 Feb 2011 65,744 miles

Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion around front subframe mounts

fuel lines corroded

off side front chassis corroded

off side front tyre low inner edge

rear inner sills corroded

under body corrosion

under side of vehicle under sealed

Pass 28 Dec 2005 65,721 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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HGX 544K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 HGX 544K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HGX 544K registered?

HGX 544K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is HGX 544K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGX 544K shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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