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VPR 339S

1978 Mercedes-benz 250

Yellow Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,038 mi
Last recorded140,038 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 25095,038 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPR 339S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 140,038 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 138,460 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 138,366 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 138,366 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper damaged seized (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged seized (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2006 138,329 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 138,329 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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VPR 339S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 in Yellow with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 95,038 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 VPR 339S, 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 48 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 VPR 339S registered?

VPR 339S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is VPR 339S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPR 339S shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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