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P246 TKH

1997 Mercedes-benz 212

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,767 mi
Last recorded137,767 miles
Recorded on4 May 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 212140,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 TKH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2007 137,767 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 137,745 miles

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

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 23 May 2006 133,306 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P246 TKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 212 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 140,265 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 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P246 TKH, 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 29 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 P246 TKH registered?

P246 TKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P246 TKH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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