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FY02 GNF

2002 Mercedes Coupe

Green Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

76,983 mi
Last recorded76,983 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Mercedes Coupe75,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 GNF
MakeMercedes
ModelCoupe
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 76,983 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 76,983 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Dec 2012 68,776 miles

Oil leak

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 68,776 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2012 64,198 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 64,198 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 61,814 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 61,771 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 61,767 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

underside of veh1cle fitted with plasttic pannels

Pass 12 Jun 2007 52,198 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Jun 2006 41,476 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 41,476 miles

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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FY02 GNF is a 2002 Mercedes Coupe in Green with a 2,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 75,974 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 Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY02 GNF, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY02 GNF registered?

FY02 GNF is a 2002 Mercedes Coupe, first registered on 3 April 2002.

Is FY02 GNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY02 GNF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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