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N401 FWB

1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D260,198 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN401 FWB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model412 D
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011
Pass 4 Jun 2010 547,243 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 547,243 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2009 479,587 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008

nearside front and offside front tyre slightly worn.slight leak from power steering.

Pass 19 Jun 2007 362,123 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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N401 FWB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 260,198 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N401 FWB, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 412 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N401 FWB?

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What year was N401 FWB registered?

N401 FWB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N401 FWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N401 FWB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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