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UFK 795R

1977 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,074 mi
Last recorded136,074 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2005
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 25083,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFK 795R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2005 136,074 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 136,070 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

CHASSIS AND FLOOR AND PIPES UNDERNEATH REPAIRED AND COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL AND PAINT ADVICE

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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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UFK 795R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 UFK 795R, 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

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What year was UFK 795R registered?

UFK 795R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 April 1977.

Is UFK 795R safe to buy?

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