MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
254,234 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?
Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M278 UJM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 108,214 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 M278 UJM, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of M278 UJM?
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What year was M278 UJM registered?
M278 UJM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1995.
Is M278 UJM safe to buy?
The MOT history for M278 UJM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M278 UJM have outstanding finance?
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