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V583 NGF

1999 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

171,254 mi
Last recorded171,254 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 32092,993 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV583 NGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2012 171,254 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 13 Apr 2012 171,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2011 167,331 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 167,331 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

unable to check emissions feul filter leaking

Pass 18 Jan 2010 158,873 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 144,298 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 134,509 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

both rear tyres have slight cracking in tread

Pass 27 Nov 2006 109,733 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 90,734 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 90,734 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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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V583 NGF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 92,993 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 V583 NGF, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V583 NGF registered?

V583 NGF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 20 December 1999.

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