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X713 UPJ

1998 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,527 mi
Last recorded144,527 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 250109,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX713 UPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 144,527 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 143,956 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 129,726 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 129,672 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 3 Nov 2009 108,102 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

engine oil leaks

front no plate damaged

rear sub-frame corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2009 108,102 miles

engine oil leaks

front no plate damaged

rear sub-frame corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2009 99,527 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 82,723 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 79,981 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2008 79,981 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 67,806 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 58,182 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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X713 UPJ is a 1998 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 1998 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 109,018 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 X713 UPJ, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X713 UPJ registered?

X713 UPJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is X713 UPJ safe to buy?

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