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R305 GJO

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,635 mi
Last recorded121,635 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR305 GJO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2012 121,635 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 113,330 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 106,912 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 May 2009 98,430 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 93,032 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 85,199 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 83,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 74,696 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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R305 GJO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R305 GJO, 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 R305 GJO registered?

R305 GJO is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R305 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R305 GJO shows 8 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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