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WAM 902K

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

Red Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,556 mi
Last recorded29,556 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAM 902K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 29,556 miles

Both rear driveshaft inner gaiter perishing

Both rear tyres slightly worn

Covers impede parts of the inspection

N/S/F outer sills corroding

N/S/F steering ilder ball joint gaiter perishing

Slight play in N/S/F wheel bearing

Fail 9 Dec 2020 29,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Both rear driveshaft inner gaiter perishing

Both rear tyres slightly worn

Covers impede parts of the inspection

N/S/F outer sills corroding

N/S/F steering ilder ball joint gaiter perishing

Slight play in N/S/F wheel bearing

Pass 21 Nov 2019 27,550 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Offside and nearside driveshaft gaiters perishing.

Steering idler ball joint gaiter/cover damaged.

Pass 24 Nov 2018 22,307 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside front tyre worn devoid of visible tread on outer edge.

Offside front tyre tread depth getting low on outer edge.

Offside rear and nearside rear driveshaft gaiters perishing.

Slight play in nearside front suspension upper wishbone inner bushes.

Slight staining around offside of fuel tank.

Pass 8 Dec 2017 15,462 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 11,041 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside steering idler joint dust cover damaged.

Nearside wiper slightly split.

Slight staining around offside of fuel tank. Advise investigation.

Fail 11 Nov 2016 11,039 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Nearside steering idler joint dust cover damaged.

Nearside wiper slightly split.

Slight staining around offside of fuel tank. Advise investigation.

Pass 19 Nov 2015 8,145 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front tyre outside edge worn

Pass 3 Nov 2014 4,046 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 1,036 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Nov 2013 1,034 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2012 97,974 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 91,394 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 89,663 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2009 84,916 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 84,912 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 80,542 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

coolant leak

fuel stain on fuel tank no leak found

Pass 7 Nov 2007 78,627 miles

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

Coolant leak

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Nov 2007 78,625 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Coolant leak

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2006 77,044 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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WAM 902K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in Red with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 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 WAM 902K, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAM 902K?

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What year was WAM 902K registered?

WAM 902K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 27 October 1971.

Is WAM 902K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAM 902K shows 20 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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