MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,794 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
vehicle is fitted with plastic sill covers which prevent examination of sill panels
Oil leak
covers fitted
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 400?
Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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K242 AVU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 400 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 119,210 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K242 AVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of K242 AVU?
You can check the full history of K242 AVU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was K242 AVU registered?
K242 AVU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 400, first registered on 3 June 1993.
Is K242 AVU safe to buy?
The MOT history for K242 AVU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does K242 AVU have outstanding finance?
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