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J194 SVV

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,214 mi
Last recorded170,214 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ194 SVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2009 170,214 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 165,342 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2007 163,213 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 163,208 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J194 SVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J194 SVV, 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.

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What year was J194 SVV registered?

J194 SVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J194 SVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J194 SVV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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