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N411 FWB

1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D

Grey Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

285,376 mi
Last recorded285,376 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D260,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN411 FWB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model412 D
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2016 285,376 miles

slight corrosion forming and repairs on and near prescribed areas

slight play steering and suspension

Pass 9 Jan 2015 285,376 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 285,376 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 285,250 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 285,060 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 284,812 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 273,320 miles

Both front flexi houses dterioratad.Strong advise

n/s/f indicator getting white

o/s/f track rod inner ball joint slight play

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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N411 FWB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D in Grey with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N411 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.

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How do I check the history of N411 FWB?

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What year was N411 FWB registered?

N411 FWB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 412 D, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N411 FWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N411 FWB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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