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PYY 162D

1983 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,406 mi
Last recorded53,406 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 25077,015 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYY 162D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 53,406 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 52,751 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 52,751 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2015 51,966 miles

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

near side front suspension has slight play

Fail 27 May 2015 51,966 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

near side front suspension has slight play

Pass 6 May 2014 50,634 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 50,634 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 49,704 miles

rear chassis getting rusty

wiper blades slightly split

Fail 30 May 2013 49,704 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear chassis getting rusty

wiper blades slightly split

Pass 27 Jan 2012 49,567 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 49,106 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 47,675 miles

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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PYY 162D is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 77,015 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 PYY 162D, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PYY 162D registered?

PYY 162D is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 12 April 1983.

Is PYY 162D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYY 162D shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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