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P177 GBD

1996 Mercedes-benz 212

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

290,604 mi
Last recorded290,604 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 212155,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP177 GBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 290,604 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 283,218 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 283,218 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 275,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 265,239 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 255,945 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 250,323 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 250,323 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 239,625 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 219,415 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 206,416 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 206,416 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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P177 GBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 212 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 155,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P177 GBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P177 GBD registered?

P177 GBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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