MOT Status
Mileage
136,533 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
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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SAO 125R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 in Cream with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 83,784 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 SAO 125R, 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 49 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 SAO 125R?
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What year was SAO 125R registered?
SAO 125R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 May 1977.
Is SAO 125R safe to buy?
The MOT history for SAO 125R shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SAO 125R have outstanding finance?
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