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XGK 299S

1977 Mercedes-benz 250

Brown Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,845 mi
Last recorded117,845 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 25083,784 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGK 299S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 117,845 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

under body corrosion

Fail 24 Jun 2020 117,845 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

under body corrosion

Pass 27 Aug 2016 117,634 miles

all four brakes showing slight binding

corrosion to n/s /r inner arch

corrosion to n/s outer sill both ends

corrosion to outer sill front end o/s

slight leak from power steering reservoir

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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XGK 299S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250 in Brown with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XGK 299S, 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

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What year was XGK 299S registered?

XGK 299S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 11 August 1977.

Is XGK 299S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGK 299S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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