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P153 NLK

1997 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,506 mi
Last recorded55,506 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz V103,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP153 NLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2009 55,506 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 54,203 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

back 2 seats missing ref seat belt test

brake fluid level low / displaying

Pass 6 Sep 2008 54,203 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

back 2 seats missing ref seat belt test

brake fluid level low / displaying

Pass 30 Apr 2007 43,710 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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P153 NLK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 103,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P153 NLK, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P153 NLK registered?

P153 NLK is a 1997 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P153 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P153 NLK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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