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P110 JBU

1997 Mercedes 814

Cream Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

98,597 mi
Last recorded98,597 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes 814179,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP110 JBU
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 98,597 miles

Nearside Front tyre over 10 yrs old

Offside Front no date code visible (spray paint)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Apr 2026 98,597 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Dash board lights not working lighting air gauges

Nearside Front tyre over 10 yrs old

Offside Front no date code visible (spray paint)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 98,597 miles

Nearside Front Date code showing tyre over 10 yrs old

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front dip beam not showing cut off

Nearside Rear brake chamber surface rust

Offside Front Date code showing tyre over 10 yrs old

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 98,597 miles

Nearside Front Date code showing tyre over 10 yrs old

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front dip beam not showing cut off

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake chamber surface rust

Offside Front Date code showing tyre over 10 yrs old

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 98,597 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 98,597 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 98,597 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 94,455 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 94,450 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,706 miles

vehicle structure has corrosion slightly on nearside and offside under cariage

Fail 28 Apr 2015 83,526 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 83,526 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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P110 JBU is a 1997 Mercedes 814 in Cream with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 179,408 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P110 JBU, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P110 JBU registered?

P110 JBU is a 1997 Mercedes 814, first registered on 15 January 1997.

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