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H16 RYE

1997 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,215 mi
Last recorded122,215 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz V103,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 RYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2007 122,215 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2007 122,215 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 110,420 miles

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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H16 RYE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 103,078 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 H16 RYE, 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 29 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 H16 RYE?

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What year was H16 RYE registered?

H16 RYE is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 16 December 1997.

Is H16 RYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 RYE shows 3 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.

Does H16 RYE have outstanding finance?

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