MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,314 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?
Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.
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VBY 299E is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 in Gold with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 163,834 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 VBY 299E, 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 39 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 VBY 299E?
You can check the full history of VBY 299E by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was VBY 299E registered?
VBY 299E is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1987.
Is VBY 299E safe to buy?
The MOT history for VBY 299E shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VBY 299E have outstanding finance?
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