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LUI 3902

1983 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,048 mi
Last recorded124,048 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 25077,015 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 3902
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 124,048 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 118,416 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 106,937 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

nearside front floor corroded

nearside rear brake binding slightly

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge and perished

Pass 1 Aug 2008 106,472 miles

nearside and offside front floor corroded

Fail 30 Jul 2008 106,471 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

nearside and offside front floor corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2006 106,095 miles

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

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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LUI 3902 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 LUI 3902, 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

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What year was LUI 3902 registered?

LUI 3902 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 13 April 1983.

Is LUI 3902 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 3902 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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