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XBH 190M

1973 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,829 mi
Last recorded76,829 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 25059,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBH 190M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 76,829 miles

Advise Whole Underbody has been Undersealed / Wax Oiled

Nearside Front Advise slight Movement In Subframe / Subframe bush but is acceptable

Pass 13 Aug 2025 75,967 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rear along n/side sill

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

slight engine oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2024 74,978 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 73,767 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 72,935 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 72,864 miles

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

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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XBH 190M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 59,666 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 XBH 190M, 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 53 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 XBH 190M?

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What year was XBH 190M registered?

XBH 190M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 17 August 1973.

Is XBH 190M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBH 190M shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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