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WAF 8

1972 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,077 mi
Last recorded28,077 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 25049,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAF 8
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2024 28,077 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 28,029 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 27,937 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 27,880 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 27,824 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 27,753 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,718 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,617 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,575 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 27,517 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2014 27,430 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,340 miles

center prop carrier ruber worn

Pass 9 Aug 2012 26,986 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 26,957 miles

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

front wipers poor

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,542 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre cracked/perished

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 19 Mar 2009 26,459 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear tyre cracked

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 26 Mar 2008 26,439 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 26,386 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 24,795 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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WAF 8 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 49,028 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 WAF 8, 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 54 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 WAF 8 registered?

WAF 8 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is WAF 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAF 8 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAF 8 have outstanding finance?

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