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SVN 879K

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

Beige Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,697 mi
Last recorded6,697 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVN 879K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 6,697 miles

advise all four tyres , walls cracking

advise blowing at joints

advise os headlamp aim misted

advise osr tyre nail in tread

advise osr washer just hitting screen

advise slight flexing movement at steering box mtg

nsf tyre scrubbing off

Pass 1 May 2014 6,342 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

advise os headlamp aim misted slightly

advise os washer just hitting screen

Pass 16 May 2013 5,618 miles

cooling system water leak

Fail 14 May 2013 5,598 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

rear fog lamp inop

nsr tyre punchure in wall

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

cooling system water leak

Pass 2 May 2012 4,652 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 3,668 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 2,562 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 1,582 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 29,826 miles

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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SVN 879K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in Beige with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 SVN 879K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SVN 879K registered?

SVN 879K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is SVN 879K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVN 879K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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