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HRT 214J

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,597 mi
Last recorded50,597 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHRT 214J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 50,597 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 50,559 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 50,537 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 50,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 50,498 miles

Fuel pipe leaking from fuel pump (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 50,442 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 50,388 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 50,341 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 50,238 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 50,229 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

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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HRT 214J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 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 HRT 214J, 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 55 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 HRT 214J registered?

HRT 214J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 15 June 1971.

Is HRT 214J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HRT 214J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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