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REU 173E

1967 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,305 mi
Last recorded49,305 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1967 Mercedes-benz 25046,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 173E
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1967
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2025 49,305 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 46,250 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 43,698 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 43,673 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 43,432 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 41,169 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 41,169 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 40,697 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 37,989 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 37,852 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 33,265 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 33,196 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 27,776 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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REU 173E is a 1967 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1967 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 46,250 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 REU 173E, 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 59 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was REU 173E registered?

REU 173E is a 1967 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1967.

Is REU 173E safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 173E shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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