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R38 HMV

1998 Mercedes-benz 250

Silver Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,438 mi
Last recorded101,438 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 250109,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR38 HMV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 101,438 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 101,438 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 98,988 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 98,985 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 96,287 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 93,830 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 90,278 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 86,491 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 83,824 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 80,773 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 77,385 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 69,489 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 73,904 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2011 69,489 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 66,252 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 62,943 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 59,486 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 55,610 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 May 2007 55,610 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 53,836 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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R38 HMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 in Silver with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R38 HMV, 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 R38 HMV registered?

R38 HMV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is R38 HMV safe to buy?

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