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KDX 149K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDX 149K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018
Fail 12 Feb 2018 71,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 1,810 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 379 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 999,074 miles

ALL front suspension bushes perrished

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all exhaust mounts perrish

offside front tyre cracking on outer shoulder

slight play in steering idler

Fail 9 Jan 2015 99,907 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

ALL front suspension bushes perrished

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

all exhaust mounts perrish

offside front tyre cracking on outer shoulder

slight play in steering idler

Pass 13 Jan 2014 99,705 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion all brake discs

underside of vehicle undersealed

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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KDX 149K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 KDX 149K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KDX 149K registered?

KDX 149K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 10 February 1972.

Is KDX 149K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDX 149K 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.

Does KDX 149K have outstanding finance?

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