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GYY 242L

2000 Mercedes-benz 450

Silver Petrol 4495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

219,938 mi
Last recorded219,938 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYY 242L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,495cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2006 219,938 miles

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

battery insecure

headlamp masks/converters fitted

sign of corrosion sills both sides sign of perishing suspension bushes

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 450?

Based on 6,678 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 294
brake binding 289
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Headlamp aim too low 199
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GYY 242L is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 450 in Silver with a 4,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GYY 242L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 450 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GYY 242L registered?

GYY 242L is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is GYY 242L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYY 242L shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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