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KKP 22J

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

Gold Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,871 mi
Last recorded98,871 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKP 22J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 98,871 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 97,915 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 97,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 96,215 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 96,105 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 95,853 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 94,925 miles

Exhaust system rusty

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Feb 2011 94,862 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 93,224 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 93,212 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 93,087 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Coolant leak

Pass 15 Feb 2007 93,077 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 92,939 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2006 92,939 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KKP 22J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 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 KKP 22J, 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 55 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 KKP 22J registered?

KKP 22J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 6 May 1971.

Is KKP 22J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKP 22J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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