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XGC 588S

1977 Mercedes-benz 250

Yellow Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,017 mi
Last recorded113,017 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 25083,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGC 588S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2012 113,017 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH BADLY CORRODED

NEAR SIDE STEERING IDLER HAS A SLIGHT AMOUNT OF PLAY

STORED CAR

Fail 3 Apr 2012 113,017 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

NEAR SIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH BADLY CORRODED

NEAR SIDE STEERING IDLER HAS A SLIGHT AMOUNT OF PLAY

STORED CAR

Pass 8 Apr 2011 112,466 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 111,580 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 110,261 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 109,609 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 108,105 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 108,105 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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XGC 588S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 in Yellow with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 83,784 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 XGC 588S, 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 49 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 XGC 588S?

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What year was XGC 588S registered?

XGC 588S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is XGC 588S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGC 588S shows 8 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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