CarVerify

Free Car Check

KBY 393D

1966 Mercedes-benz 250

Gold Petrol 2495cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

88,203 mi
Last recorded88,203 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz 25063,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBY 393D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1966
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 88,203 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2017 88,192 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play ball joints worn n/s and o/s of arm (2.2.B.1f)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember corroded within 30cm of antiroll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded crossmember corroded within 30cm of antiroll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2016 88,100 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 88,099 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section of exhaust (back box) (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 88,091 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 87,817 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2013 87,702 miles

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2012 87,679 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 87,665 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 87,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 87,560 miles

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

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 6 May 2010 87,554 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 18 May 2009 87,517 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 87,481 miles

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

both headlights point to the right slightly

power steering belt needs adjusting

Pass 10 May 2007 87,437 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 87,434 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front to rear petrol pipes are corodded slightly

offside and nearside rear brake pipes are corodded slightly

Pass 20 Jun 2005 87,393 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
Full Mercedes-benz 250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KBY 393D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 63,695 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 KBY 393D, 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 60 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KBY 393D?

You can check the full history of KBY 393D by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KBY 393D registered?

KBY 393D is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 June 1966.

Is KBY 393D safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBY 393D shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KBY 393D have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KBY 393D. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.