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IUI 393

2009 Mercedes-benz 250

Gold Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests15 (7 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate46.7%

Mileage

45,421 mi
Last recorded45,421 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 25085,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIUI 393
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 45,421 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

been standing for sometime

Fail 13 Apr 2022 45,421 miles

All direction indicators not working hazards work but not indicators by stalk (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration missfiring poor tick over smell of fuel cant see any leaks (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle bind (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

been standing for sometime

Fail 17 Aug 2021 45,421 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 45,406 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 45,406 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 45,406 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer box (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bind on rear brakes

Pass 31 Oct 2013 45,172 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 45,172 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2012 44,153 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 44,152 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

battery insecure

Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,758 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 43,758 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 43,596 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 43,100 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 43,098 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Semaphore indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.4.C.2)

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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IUI 393 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.7%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 85,876 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 IUI 393, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was IUI 393 registered?

IUI 393 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 3 February 2009.

Is IUI 393 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IUI 393 shows 15 tests with a 46.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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