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L401 VLH

1993 Mercedes-benz 400

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,409 mi
Last recorded154,409 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2007
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 400119,210 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL401 VLH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model400
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2007 154,409 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 152,640 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 152,640 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 400?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
3,109
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
coil spring fractured 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
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L401 VLH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 400 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 119,210 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L401 VLH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L401 VLH?

You can check the full history of L401 VLH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L401 VLH registered?

L401 VLH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 400, first registered on 8 October 1993.

Is L401 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L401 VLH 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 L401 VLH have outstanding finance?

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