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HYO 791W

1981 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

148,101 mi
Last recorded148,101 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2010
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 25076,728 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYO 791W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2010 148,101 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 148,101 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 147,574 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 147,560 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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HYO 791W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,728 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 HYO 791W, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYO 791W?

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What year was HYO 791W registered?

HYO 791W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 26 January 1981.

Is HYO 791W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYO 791W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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