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KOR 154L

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,180 mi
Last recorded13,180 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOR 154L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 13,180 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 13,180 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 13,179 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 13,179 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KOR 154L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 KOR 154L, 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

How do I check the history of KOR 154L?

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What year was KOR 154L registered?

KOR 154L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 26 October 1972.

Is KOR 154L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOR 154L shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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