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RE62 YYS

2012 Mercedes-benz 250

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

54,536 mi
Last recorded54,536 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 25064,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 YYS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 54,536 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 54,530 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick WORN DOWN TO WARNING WIRE. LIGHT IS ON DASH (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2017 44,145 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 34,361 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 34,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 27,516 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2015 27,516 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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RE62 YYS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 64,660 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 RE62 YYS, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RE62 YYS registered?

RE62 YYS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 3 December 2012.

Is RE62 YYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE62 YYS shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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