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TME 94Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,725 mi
Last recorded101,725 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 25077,015 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTME 94Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 101,725 miles

Fan belt loose

Front valance corroded

Nearside Front Outer SILL corroded and holed not in P/A

Nearside Rear Outer Sill quarter panel corroded

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively All brakes SLIGHT bind (1.2.1 (f))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Also SLIGHT play found at box and both front wheels (2.3 (a) (i))

Under side corrosion

Various body panels corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2019 101,720 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL ARCH UNDER WING BONNET HINGE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH SIDES (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Fan belt loose

Front valance corroded

Nearside Front Outer SILL corroded and holed not in P/A

Nearside Rear Outer Sill quarter panel corroded

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively All brakes SLIGHT bind (1.2.1 (f))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Also SLIGHT play found at box and both front wheels (2.3 (a) (i))

Under side corrosion

Various body panels corroded

Pass 11 May 2015 101,644 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 8 May 2015 101,642 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 101,636 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 101,492 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 101,462 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 101,299 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 101,055 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 100,984 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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TME 94Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 77,015 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 TME 94Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TME 94Y registered?

TME 94Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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