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RYM 990L

1973 Mercedes-benz 250

Yellow Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

73,269 mi
Last recorded73,269 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 25059,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYM 990L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 73,269 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 73,269 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported joint to flexable hose (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 73,269 miles

Only the drivers seat fitted at time of test

Fail 1 Jun 2016 73,269 miles

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Cross member (6.1.B.2)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Only the drivers seat fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Apr 2012 73,269 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

fuel pipe(s) slightly corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2010 73,269 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 73,296 miles

tyre side walls alround slightly cracked

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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RYM 990L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 250 in Yellow with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 59,666 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 RYM 990L, 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 53 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 RYM 990L?

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What year was RYM 990L registered?

RYM 990L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 19 June 1973.

Is RYM 990L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RYM 990L 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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