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J428 PJA

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,346 mi
Last recorded127,346 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ428 PJA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2011 127,346 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 125,563 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 121,917 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 115,953 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2007 115,953 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 109,787 miles

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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J428 PJA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J428 PJA, 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 J428 PJA registered?

J428 PJA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 19 March 1992.

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The MOT history for J428 PJA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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