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R993 HAR

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,405 mi
Last recorded28,405 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR993 HAR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2008 28,405 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 21,610 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 11,276 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 11,212 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2005 2,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 2,210 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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R993 HAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R993 HAR, 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 R993 HAR registered?

R993 HAR is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R993 HAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R993 HAR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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