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K114 XVN

1992 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

231,267 mi
Last recorded231,267 miles
Recorded on11 May 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 250157,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK114 XVN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2010 231,267 miles

nearside front chassis holed out side prescribed failure area

parkbrake travel becoming excessive

unable to check brake pads fully

Pass 16 Jun 2009 219,742 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 205,087 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 205,087 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 189,320 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 189,320 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake discs showing imbalance approaching replacement stage

gearbox earth strap to chassis needs replacing

Pass 3 Jun 2006 170,870 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 170,870 miles

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

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

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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K114 XVN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 K114 XVN, 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

How do I check the history of K114 XVN?

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What year was K114 XVN registered?

K114 XVN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 5 August 1992.

Is K114 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K114 XVN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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