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N199 NGP

1996 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

172,278 mi
Last recorded172,278 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 280117,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN199 NGP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 172,278 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 172,271 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 168,439 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 168,436 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 165,103 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 161,854 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 161,854 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 155,439 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 148,229 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 148,216 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 144,831 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 139,927 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 131,387 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?

Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
5,905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,691
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,358
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,312
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,266
Headlamp aim too low 1,161
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N199 NGP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 117,067 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 280 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N199 NGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 280 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N199 NGP registered?

N199 NGP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is N199 NGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N199 NGP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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