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K837 SLF

1993 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

382,495 mi
Last recorded382,495 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 250163,259 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK837 SLF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 382,495 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 381,256 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 381,286 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 381,286 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2019 381,285 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 381,284 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 381,284 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2017 372,577 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 253,594 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 151,657 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 150,379 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 150,295 miles

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2013 148,431 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 147,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 146,961 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 145,224 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 143,615 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 142,933 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 142,000 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 139,779 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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K837 SLF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K837 SLF, 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 K837 SLF registered?

K837 SLF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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