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A11 TFU

1998 Mercedes-benz V

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,517 mi
Last recorded51,517 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz V94,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 TFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 51,517 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 51,416 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 46,857 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 46,857 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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A11 TFU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 94,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 TFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A11 TFU?

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What year was A11 TFU registered?

A11 TFU is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is A11 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 TFU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A11 TFU have outstanding finance?

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