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N81 JLT

1996 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

159,720 mi
Last recorded159,720 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 320118,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN81 JLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2014 159,720 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 159,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 158,931 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 157,224 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 155,780 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 154,462 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 149,100 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 138,910 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 123,019 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 105,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 92,832 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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N81 JLT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 118,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N81 JLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N81 JLT?

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What year was N81 JLT registered?

N81 JLT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N81 JLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N81 JLT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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