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J551 MVV

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

169,191 mi
Last recorded169,191 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ551 MVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 169,191 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jul 2020 169,191 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 169,176 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 169,175 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure rubier (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 168,700 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 168,022 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 167,990 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 167,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 167,976 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Wiper slightly worn

Pass 19 Jul 2013 167,970 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 167,970 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 167,969 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 167,709 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 167,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 167,709 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 167,196 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 166,289 miles

Slight wear N\S steering drop arm bushes

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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J551 MVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J551 MVV, 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 J551 MVV registered?

J551 MVV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 3 March 1992.

Is J551 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J551 MVV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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