MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,354 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?
Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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RKW 217J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 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 RKW 217J, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of RKW 217J?
You can check the full history of RKW 217J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was RKW 217J registered?
RKW 217J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 January 1971.
Is RKW 217J safe to buy?
The MOT history for RKW 217J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does RKW 217J have outstanding finance?
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