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RJI 4843

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,192 mi
Last recorded58,192 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJI 4843
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 58,192 miles

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear exhaust rubber broken but exhaust is secure

slight leaks from A/T

slight leaks from rear Differential

Pass 1 Jun 2013 37,500 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 57,506 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 57,506 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 57,418 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 57,282 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 57,057 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 56,727 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 56,296 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

fuel pipes corroded

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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RJI 4843 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 RJI 4843, 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 54 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 RJI 4843 registered?

RJI 4843 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 April 1972.

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