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C15 CHM

1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

407,539 mi
Last recorded407,539 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D137,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC15 CHM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model412 D
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 407,539 miles

Brake pedal feels slightly spongey

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack moist (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front arch corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Area above bump stop corroded/swollen (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle corroded and undersealed inc. chassis, prescribed areas and suspension components - various weld repairs painted & undersealed.

Fail 28 Apr 2026 407,451 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal feels slightly spongey

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack moist (2.1.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear D bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front arch corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Area above bump stop corroded/swollen (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle corroded and undersealed inc. chassis, prescribed areas and suspension components - various weld repairs painted & undersealed.

Pass 4 Apr 2024

Front stone chip windscreen

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 412 D?

Based on 7,130 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
4,449
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 771
Brake pipe excessively corroded 313
parking brake recording little or no effort 275
position lamp(s) not working 214
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 212
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C15 CHM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 137,231 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 412 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C15 CHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 412 D typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 412 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C15 CHM registered?

C15 CHM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D, first registered on 11 March 1997.

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