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G251 TBW

1989 Mercedes Minibus

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

254,488 mi
Last recorded254,488 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG251 TBW
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2006 254,488 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 254,369 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat security significantly reduced (6.5.14)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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G251 TBW is a 1989 Mercedes Minibus in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G251 TBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G251 TBW registered?

G251 TBW is a 1989 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 15 November 1989.

Is G251 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G251 TBW shows 2 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 G251 TBW have outstanding finance?

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