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MHZ 2387

1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,120 mi
Last recorded151,120 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D137,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHZ 2387
MakeMercedes-benz
Model412 D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2011 151,120 miles

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

nearside front indicator lense cracked

Fail 19 Dec 2008 138,669 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 138,669 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 137,511 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2007 137,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 132,224 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 412 D?

Based on 7,130 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
4,449
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 771
Brake pipe excessively corroded 313
parking brake recording little or no effort 275
position lamp(s) not working 214
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 212
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MHZ 2387 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 137,231 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 412 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 771 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHZ 2387, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 412 D typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 412 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MHZ 2387 registered?

MHZ 2387 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 412 D, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is MHZ 2387 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHZ 2387 shows 6 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.

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