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V901 DBL

1999 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

270,501 mi
Last recorded270,501 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 25095,006 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV901 DBL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2009 270,501 miles

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

park brake is almost to stops

rear diff "O" seal leaking

Fail 20 Oct 2009 270,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

park brake is almost to stops

rear diff "O" seal leaking

Pass 7 Oct 2008 253,328 miles

Bonnet release broken

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Oct 2008 253,328 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Bonnet release broken

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 240,806 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2007 240,806 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 217,329 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 217,329 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2005 191,695 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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V901 DBL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 95,006 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 V901 DBL, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V901 DBL registered?

V901 DBL is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is V901 DBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V901 DBL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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