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R675 HHK

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,811 mi
Last recorded102,811 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR675 HHK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2023 102,811 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot well/Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot well/sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Around Sub frame mounting (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Around Sub frame mounting (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 101,218 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 99,666 miles

Under vehicle slight surface corrosion

Pass 11 Dec 2019 95,213 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 85,737 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 81,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 78,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 78,968 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 78,811 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 78,804 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings nearside front floor (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings nearside rear floor (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings offside centre inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings offside rear floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear wheel arch ( centre above shocker ) (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear wheel arch ( front bottom ) (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear wheel arch ( rear bottom ) (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear wheel arch ( bottom front ) (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear wheel arch ( rear bottom ) (2.4.A.3)

play in rack on full lock

diff oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2015 76,243 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 73,641 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 9 Apr 2013 70,654 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,316 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 63,720 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 60,652 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 57,285 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 53,891 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 53,891 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 50,454 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 50,405 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,727 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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R675 HHK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R675 HHK, 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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R675 HHK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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