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K253 MSB

1992 Mercedes-benz 400

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,568 mi
Last recorded145,568 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 400127,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK253 MSB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model400
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 145,568 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 146,422 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 146,345 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2010 143,954 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 140,615 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 137,719 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 132,414 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 130,054 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 400?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
3,109
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
coil spring fractured 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
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K253 MSB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 400 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 127,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K253 MSB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K253 MSB?

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What year was K253 MSB registered?

K253 MSB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 400, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K253 MSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K253 MSB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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