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JJ 77

2012 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,046 mi
Last recorded116,046 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 25064,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ 77
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 116,046 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides primarily on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides primarily inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 108,176 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides primarily on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 100,648 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides primarily on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 92,729 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 88,141 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 81,033 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front arms slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

plastic covers fitted all underneath

Pass 23 Oct 2019 75,601 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 75,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 67,765 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 60,928 miles

rear pads approx 3.5mm

Pass 17 Oct 2016 54,021 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 46,805 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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JJ 77 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 64,660 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 JJ 77, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JJ 77 registered?

JJ 77 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is JJ 77 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJ 77 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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