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X197 DMC

2001 Mercedes-benz 320

Green Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,916 mi
Last recorded144,916 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 32088,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX197 DMC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 144,916 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 129,182 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 129,182 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 117,751 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2008 104,073 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 104,073 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 91,451 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 91,451 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 76,478 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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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X197 DMC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 in Green with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 88,794 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 X197 DMC, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X197 DMC registered?

X197 DMC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X197 DMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X197 DMC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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