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K73 ODM

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

205,365 mi
Last recorded205,365 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2009
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK73 ODM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2009 205,365 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 205,365 miles

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

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 203,076 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 201,820 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 195,530 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 195,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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K73 ODM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 K73 ODM, 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

How do I check the history of K73 ODM?

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What year was K73 ODM registered?

K73 ODM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 16 June 1993.

Is K73 ODM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K73 ODM shows 6 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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