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J129 CVJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

148,706 mi
Last recorded148,706 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ129 CVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 148,706 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 8 Apr 2025 146,516 miles

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Jan 2024 146,363 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under side of vehicle undersealed also brake pipes and fitted with sill covers

Fail 5 Jan 2024 146,342 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

under side of vehicle undersealed also brake pipes and fitted with sill covers

Pass 4 Jan 2023 145,151 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 145,151 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at inner wing mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 142,042 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 138,596 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 135,250 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 130,502 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 123,275 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch has corrosion

Offside Front wheel arch has corrosion

front pipe has been repaired with exhaust bandage

Pass 17 Aug 2015 115,920 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 110,326 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

all 4 coil springs corroded

propshaft donut worn

Pass 29 Aug 2013 101,993 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 101,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 94,744 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 88,416 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 85,453 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 85,447 miles

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 82,257 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 79,053 miles

offside front wing corroded but no jagged edge

Pass 25 Jan 2007 75,981 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 73,461 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 73,042 miles

Nearside Lower Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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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J129 CVJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 157,957 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 J129 CVJ, 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 34 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 J129 CVJ registered?

J129 CVJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 17 February 1992.

Is J129 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J129 CVJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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