1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 250 models manufactured in 1967, based on 283 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 has an MOT pass rate of 86.2% based on 283 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,679 miles on the odometer. With a 13.8% failure rate, the 1967 250 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, responsible for 2.5% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Road Wheels is the second most common issue at 1.4%. Tyres follows at 1.4%.
Top failures specific to 1967 models only. The overall 250 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.5% | 7 |
| 2 | Road Wheels | 1.4% | 4 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.4% | 4 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.7% | 2 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.4% | 1 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 51,679 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.48 | 2.5% | 7 |
| Wheels | 0.27 | 1.4% | 4 |
| Tyres | 0.27 | 1.4% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.14 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Visibility | 0.07 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Brakes | 0.07 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 has an MOT pass rate of 86.2% based on 283 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 51,679 miles on the odometer. With a 13.8% failure rate, the 1967 250 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. At 51,679 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 2.5% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Road Wheels — 1.4% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Tyres — 1.4% of failures
Tyres issues account for 1.4% of MOT failures on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.