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TPA 87R

1995 Mercedes-benz 450

Red Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

224,558 mi
Last recorded224,558 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPA 87R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2008 224,558 miles

both rear brake hoses started to perish and ferrules started to corrod.

slight play in steering idle box

stone chips front windscreen.

Pass 30 Nov 2007 224,518 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corroded started n/s floor to sill and n/s/f main chassis near drain hole

stone chips front screen

Pass 29 Nov 2006 224,189 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

o/s/r brake binding slighty

vehicle been repaired under

Pass 6 Oct 2005 223,814 miles

corrossion forming rear inner sills,some drag to nsr brake,

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 450?

Based on 6,678 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 294
brake binding 289
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Headlamp aim too low 199
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TPA 87R is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 450 in Red with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TPA 87R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 450 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was TPA 87R registered?

TPA 87R is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 24 November 1995.

Is TPA 87R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPA 87R shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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