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J814 LFY

1992 Mercedes 814D

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

183,399 mi
Last recorded183,399 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ814 LFY
MakeMercedes
Model814D
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 183,399 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 183,399 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 183,529 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 182,374 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 18,197 miles

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rears deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2007 89,307 miles

all rear tyres getting low

o/s/f tyre near legal limit

both rear mudflap securing plates insecure and resting on rear springs

Pass 20 Apr 2006 87,022 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814D?

Based on 863 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
6,172
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Brake hose bulging under pressure 11
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J814 LFY is a 1992 Mercedes 814D in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814D fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J814 LFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814D typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes 814D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J814 LFY registered?

J814 LFY is a 1992 Mercedes 814D, first registered on 6 March 1992.

Is J814 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J814 LFY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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