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N729 ARA

1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,537 mi
Last recorded50,537 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN729 ARA
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 50,537 miles

Advise corrosion around front panal

Pass 4 Jul 2012 45,735 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 45,735 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,859 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 May 2010 42,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 40,402 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 40,197 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 39,059 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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N729 ARA is a 1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N729 ARA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N729 ARA registered?

N729 ARA is a 1996 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N729 ARA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N729 ARA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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