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N765 UPR

1996 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,050 mi
Last recorded133,050 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 250151,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN765 UPR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 133,050 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 130,444 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 127,268 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 122,823 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 122,760 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 117,698 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 1,580 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 1,580 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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N765 UPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 151,388 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 N765 UPR, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N765 UPR registered?

N765 UPR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N765 UPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N765 UPR shows 8 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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