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Y974 KDP

2001 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,036 mi
Last recorded158,036 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 32088,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 KDP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2015 158,036 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 143,506 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 143,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 134,504 miles

osf fof light

Pass 10 Apr 2012 125,737 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 115,066 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 115,066 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 106,025 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 106,025 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 97,416 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 97,416 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 86,314 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 86,314 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 76,725 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 63,639 miles

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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Y974 KDP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 Y974 KDP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y974 KDP registered?

Y974 KDP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 1 April 2001.

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