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P799 KWC

1996 Mercedes-benz 212

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,896 mi
Last recorded41,896 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 212155,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP799 KWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,896 miles

Exhaust emits a slight blue smoke at idle

Exhaust rear section weak

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,589 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 36,209 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 36,209 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,242 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 35,119 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 34,765 miles

o/s/r tyre inside wall cut

Pass 13 Apr 2006 33,495 miles

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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P799 KWC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 212 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P799 KWC, 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 P799 KWC registered?

P799 KWC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 23 December 1996.

Is P799 KWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P799 KWC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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