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RLB 825W

1981 Mercedes-benz 250

Orange Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,191 mi
Last recorded75,191 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 25076,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLB 825W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 75,191 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 75,181 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 75,181 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 74,959 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 74,959 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both front inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 74,959 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both outer (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 74,603 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 73,274 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 71,330 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 68,524 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 66,875 miles

Offside Front 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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RLB 825W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 in Orange with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,728 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 RLB 825W, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RLB 825W?

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What year was RLB 825W registered?

RLB 825W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is RLB 825W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLB 825W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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