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TLZ 7568

1996 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

207,510 mi
Last recorded207,510 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2007
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 320118,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLZ 7568
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2007 207,510 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 207,509 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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TLZ 7568 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 118,801 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLZ 7568, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLZ 7568 registered?

TLZ 7568 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is TLZ 7568 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLZ 7568 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.

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