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J85 PER

1999 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

213,491 mi
Last recorded213,491 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz V103,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ85 PER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 213,491 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 213,491 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2013 210,220 miles

both wiper blades ends torn slightly

n/s mirror cover missing

Pass 4 Dec 2012 203,245 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 203,245 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2011 19,536 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 195,035 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 187,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2009 182,124 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 174,765 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 167,698 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 167,688 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 162,086 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 158,292 miles

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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J85 PER is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 103,185 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 J85 PER, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J85 PER registered?

J85 PER is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is J85 PER safe to buy?

The MOT history for J85 PER shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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