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G947 VEU

1989 Mercedes Unknown

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

395,705 mi
Last recorded395,705 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1989 Mercedes Unknown193,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG947 VEU
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 395,705 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play Pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has slight leaks from all joints

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush All shackle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 395,671 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Pitman arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust system insecure All exhaust joints and mounts are loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Shock turret (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch - various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixings insecure Mounting bolt pulled through (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced 'A' pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Bulkhead within 30 cms of brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch - various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drag link end ball joint has slight play Pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has slight leaks from all joints

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush All shackle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All bushes on all shocks deteriorating (5.3.2 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 385,669 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear number plate (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2023 385,552 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked yellow (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both dust boots marked yellow (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked yellow (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside beam corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear number plates (0.1 (b))

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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G947 VEU is a 1989 Mercedes Unknown in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 193,467 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G947 VEU registered?

G947 VEU is a 1989 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 24 November 1989.

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