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R644 HVW

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,269 mi
Last recorded208,269 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR644 HVW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2011 208,269 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/r brake binding on

tyres getting down

Pass 28 Feb 2011 208,269 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/r brake binding on

tyres getting down

Pass 10 Mar 2010 196,856 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine underside cover fitted at time of test

front subframe showing signs of corrosion but not weakened at present

sideskirts covering sills at time of test

Pass 11 Apr 2009 186,294 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 186,283 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 173,076 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 165,556 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 158,056 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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R644 HVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R644 HVW, 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 R644 HVW registered?

R644 HVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R644 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R644 HVW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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