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OV04 LJO

2023 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,225 mi
Last recorded16,225 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2023 Mercedes-benz V37,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 LJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2023
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 16,225 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 16,225 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2025 37,999 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 34,885 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 30,715 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 26,411 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 20,684 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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OV04 LJO is a 2023 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2023 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 37,960 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV04 LJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 3 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV04 LJO registered?

OV04 LJO is a 2023 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 9 January 2023.

Is OV04 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV04 LJO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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