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X998 VPJ

2001 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,106 mi
Last recorded103,106 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX998 VPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2011 103,106 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 99,336 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 99,336 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 91,648 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 78,460 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 68,914 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 68,914 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer 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)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 200,084 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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X998 VPJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X998 VPJ, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was X998 VPJ registered?

X998 VPJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 9 January 2001.

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