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M2 GOV

1997 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,043 mi
Last recorded108,043 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz V103,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM2 GOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2007 108,043 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 102,648 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 102,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 99,562 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 99,562 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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M2 GOV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M2 GOV, 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

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What year was M2 GOV registered?

M2 GOV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is M2 GOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M2 GOV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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