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MIL 1776

2001 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,490 mi
Last recorded75,490 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 32088,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 1776
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 75,490 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 75,484 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 75,050 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 75,050 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 74,009 miles

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess front to rear slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2018 74,009 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess front to rear slightly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 72,904 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 71,394 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 70,293 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 70,089 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 68,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 65,716 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 61,995 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,592 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 55,101 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 54,888 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 54,888 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 54,835 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 54,835 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 50,956 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 41,764 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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MIL 1776 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 88,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIL 1776, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIL 1776 registered?

MIL 1776 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is MIL 1776 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 1776 shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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