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B556 VLJ

1984 Mercedes Coupe

Black Petrol 4939cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,137 mi
Last recorded200,137 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB556 VLJ
MakeMercedes
ModelCoupe
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,939cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2017 200,137 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 209,325 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Coupe?

Based on 1,419 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 73
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
position lamp(s) not working 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 20
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B556 VLJ is a 1984 Mercedes Coupe in Black with a 4,939cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B556 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 42 years old, this Mercedes Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B556 VLJ registered?

B556 VLJ is a 1984 Mercedes Coupe, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B556 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B556 VLJ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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