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K429 UJR

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,491 mi
Last recorded100,491 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2009
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK429 UJR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2009 100,491 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008
Fail 10 Oct 2008

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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K429 UJR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K429 UJR, 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 K429 UJR registered?

K429 UJR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K429 UJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K429 UJR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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