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HWK 910L

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,553 mi
Last recorded38,553 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWK 910L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 38,553 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 38,331 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 37,830 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 36,748 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 34,473 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

air suspension fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2017 33,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 33,286 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 33,286 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 33,180 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 33,180 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 33,170 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 33,151 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 33,119 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 32,554 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 32,554 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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HWK 910L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HWK 910L, 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

How do I check the history of HWK 910L?

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What year was HWK 910L registered?

HWK 910L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is HWK 910L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWK 910L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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