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JRO 314K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Cream Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,092 mi
Last recorded45,092 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRO 314K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,092 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 45,075 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Power steering pump drive system missing (2.3.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both rear wheel archs suffering corrosion towards front outer area (outside prescribed areas)

diff oil leak

each rear corner of the boot area badly corroded ( not within any prescribed areas )

fuel hose near fuel pump damaged and deteriated (not leaking)

offside rear brake backing plate not fitted

oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2006 40,956 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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JRO 314K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Cream with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 JRO 314K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JRO 314K registered?

JRO 314K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 June 1972.

Is JRO 314K safe to buy?

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