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HIL 5795

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,063 mi
Last recorded149,063 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 5795
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 149,063 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 148,042 miles

Both front & rear brake pipes covered in underseal.

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2013 148,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 148,029 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

parking brake travell high

Pass 15 Apr 2009 148,019 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 145,607 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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HIL 5795 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 163,259 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 HIL 5795, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HIL 5795 registered?

HIL 5795 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 26 March 1993.

Is HIL 5795 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 5795 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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