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V813 GSG

1999 Mercedes-benz 212

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

276,603 mi
Last recorded276,603 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 212145,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV813 GSG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 276,603 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 270,467 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 7 Oct 2009 270,467 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 240,213 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 240,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

SLIGHT WEAR N/S AND O/S STEERING RACK

Pass 3 Oct 2007 213,042 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006
Pass 22 Nov 2005 190,595 miles

Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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V813 GSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 212 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 145,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V813 GSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V813 GSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 15 September 1999.

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