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W266 DHK

1997 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,693 mi
Last recorded130,693 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 250119,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW266 DHK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 130,693 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2012 130,693 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2011 115,948 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2011 115,948 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2011 111,354 miles

steering idler has slight play

Pass 17 May 2010 105,726 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 102,873 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 88,996 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 88,996 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 111,212 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 111,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 110,493 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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W266 DHK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 119,832 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 W266 DHK, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W266 DHK registered?

W266 DHK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is W266 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W266 DHK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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