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GJZ 7930

1998 Mercedes-benz V

Turquoise Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,202 mi
Last recorded151,202 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz V94,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJZ 7930
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 151,202 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 149,844 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 28 Sep 2010 129,391 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all brake discs scored

Pass 21 Sep 2009 113,756 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 113,756 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 99,681 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 99,403 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 90,014 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service 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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GJZ 7930 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V in Turquoise with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GJZ 7930, 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 GJZ 7930?

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What year was GJZ 7930 registered?

GJZ 7930 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is GJZ 7930 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJZ 7930 shows 9 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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