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WGC 204F

1966 Mercedes-benz 250

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,317 mi
Last recorded68,317 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1966 Mercedes-benz 25063,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGC 204F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 68,317 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 67,699 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 21 May 2018 66,431 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2015 66,427 miles

oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2014 66,393 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 66,319 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 66,319 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 66,245 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 66,129 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 65,562 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 63,695 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 62,286 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 60,683 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 60,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WGC 204F is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1966 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 63,695 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 WGC 204F, 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 60 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 WGC 204F registered?

WGC 204F is a 1966 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 31 December 1966.

Is WGC 204F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGC 204F shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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