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MIW 5551

1984 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

220,786 mi
Last recorded220,786 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 25097,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIW 5551
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 220,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 220,374 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 220,374 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 220,016 miles

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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MIW 5551 is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 97,460 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 MIW 5551, 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 42 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 MIW 5551 registered?

MIW 5551 is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is MIW 5551 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIW 5551 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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