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J862 HSL

1991 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

154,096 mi
Last recorded154,096 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2010
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 250158,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ862 HSL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2010 154,096 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 147,758 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 147,291 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2007 140,529 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 140,524 miles

Nearside Outer Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jan 2006 133,839 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 133,838 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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J862 HSL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J862 HSL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J862 HSL registered?

J862 HSL is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J862 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J862 HSL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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