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K368 PHU

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,377 mi
Last recorded176,377 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK368 PHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 176,377 miles

Offside Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 176,156 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S & O/S (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S & O/S (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 176,140 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 176,088 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 174,204 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2006 174,138 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 161,522 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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K368 PHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K368 PHU, 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.

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What year was K368 PHU registered?

K368 PHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K368 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K368 PHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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