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N226 NNS

1996 Mercedes Minibus

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

184,691 mi
Last recorded184,691 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN226 NNS
MakeMercedes
ModelMinibus
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2012 184,691 miles

PSV minibus fitted with 7 passenger seats

Fail 23 May 2012 184,659 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

PSV minibus fitted with 7 passenger seats

How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?

Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,560
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
brake binding 12
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 9
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N226 NNS is a 1996 Mercedes Minibus in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N226 NNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of N226 NNS?

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What year was N226 NNS registered?

N226 NNS is a 1996 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 10 February 1996.

Is N226 NNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N226 NNS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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