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P794 ODT

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

172,159 mi
Last recorded172,159 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 ODT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 172,159 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 172,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 163,141 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 153,332 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 143,264 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 143,201 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 May 2014 133,155 miles

offside windscreen has light scratches

Pass 4 Jun 2013 120,674 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 108,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 154,278 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 132,130 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 129,309 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 127,300 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 127,009 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 124,880 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 124,827 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2006 121,718 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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P794 ODT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 119,832 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 P794 ODT, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P794 ODT registered?

P794 ODT is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P794 ODT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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