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M121 FCA

2013 Mercedes-benz 250

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,510 mi
Last recorded126,510 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz 25065,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM121 FCA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 126,510 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 115,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 107,291 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 101,512 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 93,485 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 85,974 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 78,153 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 69,166 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 57,573 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 57,573 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 46,378 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 31,321 miles

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

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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M121 FCA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 65,758 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 M121 FCA, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was M121 FCA registered?

M121 FCA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is M121 FCA safe to buy?

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