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K201 BPY

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

186,888 mi
Last recorded186,888 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK201 BPY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 186,888 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 186,888 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 186,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2018 186,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 May 2016 178,966 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 154,738 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 153,755 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 152,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 148,282 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 144,869 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 140,752 miles

nearside rear tyre has 2mm tread and outer side wall perishing

offside rear brake disc has surface corrosion

Fail 20 Jan 2009 140,752 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside rear tyre has 2mm tread and outer side wall perishing

offside rear brake disc has surface corrosion

Pass 10 Jan 2008 139,162 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 136,906 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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K201 BPY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 163,259 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 K201 BPY, 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 33 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 K201 BPY registered?

K201 BPY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K201 BPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K201 BPY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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