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K597 FYE

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

240,321 mi
Last recorded240,321 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2007
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK597 FYE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2007 240,321 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 240,321 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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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K597 FYE is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K597 FYE, 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 K597 FYE registered?

K597 FYE is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 27 May 1993.

Is K597 FYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K597 FYE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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