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M213 WJK

1994 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2011
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

129,708 mi
Last recorded129,708 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 250138,122 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM213 WJK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 129,708 miles

Battery insecure

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

Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front brake disc corroded

offside front brake discs back plate missing

Fail 8 Nov 2010 129,708 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Battery insecure

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

Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front brake disc corroded

offside front brake discs back plate missing

Pass 13 Nov 2009 125,877 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 125,877 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 122,493 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 122,493 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 118,961 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 118,961 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 116,926 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 109,318 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 109,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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M213 WJK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 138,122 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 M213 WJK, 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 32 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 M213 WJK registered?

M213 WJK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 November 1994.

Is M213 WJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M213 WJK shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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