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W445 CBL

2000 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

187,710 mi
Last recorded187,710 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 250124,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW445 CBL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 187,710 miles

All prescribed areas and chassis beginning to show signs of corrosion

all brake pipes rusting

exhuast and mounts beginning to show signs of corrosion (still secure and not blowing)

welding done to vehicle can not be checked properly as covered in undersill (seems ok)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 180,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jun 2015 180,662 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2014 168,565 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 168,565 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 161,831 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 151,922 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 142,773 miles

nearside front body outrigger slightly bent

Pass 7 Jun 2010 134,711 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 123,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 113,138 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 95,588 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 81,984 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate starting to deteriorate

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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W445 CBL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 124,090 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 W445 CBL, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W445 CBL registered?

W445 CBL is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 7 June 2000.

Is W445 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W445 CBL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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