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PBZ 6250

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,018 mi
Last recorded98,018 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2010
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 6250
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2010 98,018 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 97,516 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 May 2007 94,686 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 93,936 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 93,936 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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PBZ 6250 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 95,038 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 PBZ 6250, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBZ 6250?

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What year was PBZ 6250 registered?

PBZ 6250 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is PBZ 6250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 6250 shows 5 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 PBZ 6250 have outstanding finance?

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