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W128 SJH

2000 Mercedes C250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

285,969 mi
Last recorded285,969 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes C250147,629 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW128 SJH
MakeMercedes
ModelC250
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 285,969 miles

Corrosion to exhaust system

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 264,101 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2013 244,712 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre wall damage no cord,s exsposed.

Pass 16 May 2013 244,712 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre wall damage no cord,s exsposed.

Pass 10 May 2012 225,570 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 13 May 2011 204,430 miles

front tyres wearing outer edges

rear tyres nearing limit

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 13 May 2010 181,137 miles

slight damage to screen

Pass 18 May 2009 158,577 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 137,776 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

borderline pass o/s/f & o/s side flashers fading

signs of dampness around n/s/r shock dampning o/k.is bein g replaced

Pass 21 May 2007 115,659 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 102,905 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 102,892 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Mercedes C250?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too low 11
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W128 SJH is a 2000 Mercedes C250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes C250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 147,629 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes C250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W128 SJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes C250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes C250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W128 SJH registered?

W128 SJH is a 2000 Mercedes C250, first registered on 1 March 2000.

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