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R249 YMB

1998 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,000 mi
Last recorded51,000 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 250109,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR249 YMB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 51,000 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 49,853 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 48,395 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 46,202 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 46,202 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Fail 17 Jan 2012 44,614 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 44,614 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,612 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 39,088 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 37,994 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 36,033 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 32,024 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 28,189 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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R249 YMB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 109,018 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 R249 YMB, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R249 YMB registered?

R249 YMB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R249 YMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R249 YMB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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