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H185 FLD

1990 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 5958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,145 mi
Last recorded66,145 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes 814247,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH185 FLD
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,958cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 66,145 miles

Spare tyre defective

centre front seat belt has no corrisponding seat.

dash panel loose.

Fail 10 May 2013 66,145 miles

Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Spare tyre defective

centre front seat belt has no corrisponding seat.

dash panel loose.

Pass 13 May 2009 61,989 miles

noise from fan belt pulley area

Pass 12 Jun 2008 57,486 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 12 Jun 2008 57,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 56,150 miles

electrical junction box at off side rear inside chassis could be better secured

Fail 3 Oct 2007 56,150 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

electrical junction box at off side rear inside chassis could be better secured

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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H185 FLD is a 1990 Mercedes 814 in White with a 5,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 247,956 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H185 FLD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes 814 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H185 FLD registered?

H185 FLD is a 1990 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H185 FLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H185 FLD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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