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J737 LFY

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

166,372 mi
Last recorded166,372 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ737 LFY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 166,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 160,297 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 160,276 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear box missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2022 155,690 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 155,419 miles

A.T pipe corroded

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front suspension arm bush is in poor condition

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 19 Feb 2021 155,419 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

A.T pipe corroded

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front suspension arm bush is in poor condition

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2020 155,303 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 152,583 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 146,506 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 139,908 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 131,730 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 122,957 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 122,957 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 112,725 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 108,025 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 91,802 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 78,549 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 78,549 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 78,047 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 75,305 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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J737 LFY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J737 LFY, 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 J737 LFY registered?

J737 LFY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 21 January 1992.

Is J737 LFY safe to buy?

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