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RIL 1691

1999 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,536 mi
Last recorded89,536 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2006
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz V103,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 1691
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2006 89,536 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 89,536 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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RIL 1691 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 103,185 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 V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIL 1691, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RIL 1691?

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What year was RIL 1691 registered?

RIL 1691 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is RIL 1691 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIL 1691 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RIL 1691 have outstanding finance?

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