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KCY 3E

1983 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

127,575 mi
Last recorded127,575 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 25077,015 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCY 3E
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 127,575 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 127,575 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 123,720 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 118,462 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 113,046 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 113,046 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 106,567 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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KCY 3E is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 77,015 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 KCY 3E, 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 43 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 KCY 3E?

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What year was KCY 3E registered?

KCY 3E is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is KCY 3E safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCY 3E shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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