MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
188,187 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?
Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.
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R290 FNG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 R290 FNG, 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 R290 FNG registered?
R290 FNG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R290 FNG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R290 FNG shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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