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SPF 755F

1981 Mercedes-benz 250

Gold Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,921 mi
Last recorded73,921 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2024
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 25076,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPF 755F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2024 73,921 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 73,200 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 73,200 miles

Nearside Front Outer Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Outer Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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SPF 755F is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SPF 755F, 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 SPF 755F?

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What year was SPF 755F registered?

SPF 755F is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 14 August 1981.

Is SPF 755F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPF 755F shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPF 755F have outstanding finance?

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