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J1 CGP

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

107,989 mi
Last recorded107,989 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 CGP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 107,989 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2025

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024
Pass 7 Jul 2023 107,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 104,824 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 101,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2014 100,706 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 98,010 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 98,010 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 95,034 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 95,034 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2011 94,772 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 94,772 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 94,644 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 94,644 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 94,333 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 92,815 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 92,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 91,089 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 91,089 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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J1 CGP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 158,334 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 J1 CGP, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J1 CGP registered?

J1 CGP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 20 August 1991.

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