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J175 SVS

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,444 mi
Last recorded160,444 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ175 SVS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2012 160,444 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2011 160,444 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 153,866 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 145,652 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 145,652 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 137,543 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2008 137,543 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2007 129,780 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 126,399 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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J175 SVS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 J175 SVS, 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 J175 SVS registered?

J175 SVS is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 20 May 1992.

Is J175 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J175 SVS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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