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N458 ESL

1996 Mercedes 814

Blue Diesel 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

315,114 mi
Last recorded315,114 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN458 ESL
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,947cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2006 315,114 miles

Offside Axle beam has slight vertical movement between a stub axle and an axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 304,169 miles

Offside Axle beam has slight vertical movement between a stub axle and an axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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N458 ESL is a 1996 Mercedes 814 in Blue with a 3,947cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N458 ESL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N458 ESL registered?

N458 ESL is a 1996 Mercedes 814, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N458 ESL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N458 ESL shows 2 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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