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HCZ 494

2008 Mercedes Unknown

Red Diesel 4249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2023
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

370,845 mi
Last recorded370,845 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Unknown168,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCZ 494
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 370,845 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

edc light on

Fail 21 Oct 2022 370,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

edc light on

Pass 10 Nov 2021 368,507 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2021 368,507 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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HCZ 494 is a 2008 Mercedes Unknown in Red with a 4,249cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 168,632 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 18 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HCZ 494 registered?

HCZ 494 is a 2008 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is HCZ 494 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCZ 494 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HCZ 494 have outstanding finance?

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