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S874 XHJ

1999 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

181,916 mi
Last recorded181,916 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2006
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 25095,006 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS874 XHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jul 2006 181,916 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

air bag warning lamp staying on

centre propshaft bearing worn

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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S874 XHJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 95,006 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 S874 XHJ, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S874 XHJ registered?

S874 XHJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 27 January 1999.

Is S874 XHJ safe to buy?

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