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BD52 OHG

2002 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,488 mi
Last recorded142,488 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz V100,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 OHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 142,488 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake disc's

Fail 7 Nov 2016 142,466 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Air suspension accumulator totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

surface corrosion on front and rear brake disc's

Pass 1 Aug 2014 142,194 miles

Nearside 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)

offside outer bodysill damaged

Pass 7 Aug 2013 136,939 miles

offside rear brake disc corroded.

oil leak on engine.

Pass 30 May 2012 133,336 miles

slight corrosion and damage to outer body sills.

Pass 28 Feb 2012 132,314 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 132,314 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 93,902 miles

Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 93,902 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 82,178 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 74,773 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 74,773 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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BD52 OHG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 100,858 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD52 OHG, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD52 OHG registered?

BD52 OHG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is BD52 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 OHG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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