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S401 XRJ

1999 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,951 mi
Last recorded126,951 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz V103,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS401 XRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 126,951 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

plastic under trays fitted could not view

Pass 25 Nov 2016 123,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 118,849 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 118,849 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 110,504 miles

Exhaust mounting front missing

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 110,504 miles

Exhaust mounting front missing

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 100,019 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

front exhaust mounting missing

Pass 25 Oct 2012 97,175 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 97,158 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 94,843 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 92,044 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 88,921 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 86,751 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 83,500 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 83,500 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 May 2006 81,871 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 78,854 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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S401 XRJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 S401 XRJ, 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 S401 XRJ?

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What year was S401 XRJ registered?

S401 XRJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S401 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S401 XRJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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