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L16 KJH

1998 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz V94,984 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 KJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 84,498 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 81,162 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 76,301 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 70,310 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 67,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 67,498 miles

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 64,107 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 64,098 miles

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/f tyre cracking on wall

Pass 20 Apr 2007 64,043 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 64,038 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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L16 KJH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 L16 KJH, 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.

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What year was L16 KJH registered?

L16 KJH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is L16 KJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 KJH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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