MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
260,706 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
parts of front sub-frame covered with underseal
vehicle underside corrosion to various areas /components.
Front number plate slight damage
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Rear oil leak diff area
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear diff oil leak
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Diff leaking
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Diff leaking
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N970 HVX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.
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 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 N970 HVX, 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 N970 HVX registered?
N970 HVX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1996.
Is N970 HVX safe to buy?
The MOT history for N970 HVX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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