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PGU 639K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Cream Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,159 mi
Last recorded20,159 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2022
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 639K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2022 20,159 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 20,158 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding Both binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 18,390 miles

All four tyres perished

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 17,907 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 17,157 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 17,146 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 16,681 miles

all rour tyres slightly perrished

Pass 17 Jun 2013 16,093 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2012 15,816 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 15,139 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 14,840 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 May 2010 14,838 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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PGU 639K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Cream with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 PGU 639K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGU 639K registered?

PGU 639K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is PGU 639K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGU 639K shows 12 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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