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JYT 90K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Gold Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

90,054 mi
Last recorded90,054 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2007
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYT 90K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2007 90,054 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2007

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 85,215 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 84,936 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.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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JYT 90K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 JYT 90K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JYT 90K registered?

JYT 90K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 7 March 1972.

Is JYT 90K safe to buy?

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