Common problem on this era Merc. New barrel is the usual fix. It can use your existing keys but new ones are nicer.
New barrel fitting existing keys just ordered, just north of £100 so could be a lot worse. Pending an easy fit of course!
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Common problem on this era Merc. New barrel is the usual fix. It can use your existing keys but new ones are nicer.