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XTU 575W

1981 Mercedes-benz 250

Cream Petrol 2525cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

77,644 mi
Last recorded77,644 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2007
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 25076,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTU 575W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1981
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,525cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2007 77,644 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 77,644 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 75,345 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine mounts perishing

front number plate cracked

front panel in poor condition

n/s/r wheel arch corroded and holed

Fail 23 Feb 2006 75,345 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine mounts perishing

front number plate cracked

front panel in poor condition

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroded and holed

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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XTU 575W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 in Cream with a 2,525cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 76,728 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 XTU 575W, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XTU 575W registered?

XTU 575W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is XTU 575W safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTU 575W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XTU 575W have outstanding finance?

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