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K825 TCW

1993 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 5598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

856,964 mi
Last recorded856,964 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1993 Mercedes 814354,957 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK825 TCW
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 856,964 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front tyres worn on edges

both sides king pins play

exhaust mounting broke

front wipers split and worn

near side front wheel dent inner

rear diff leak

some rear suspension bushes worn and cracked

Pass 16 May 2012 843,885 miles

propshaft center bearing u/s

Fail 16 May 2012 843,885 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

propshaft center bearing u/s

Pass 11 May 2011 836,262 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2010 828,283 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 818,865 miles

Centre bearing has lift in it.

Fail 12 May 2009 818,792 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Centre bearing has lift in it.

Pass 30 Apr 2008 810,080 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 804,888 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 799,767 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 799,767 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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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K825 TCW is a 1993 Mercedes 814 in White with a 5,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 354,957 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 K825 TCW, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes 814 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K825 TCW registered?

K825 TCW is a 1993 Mercedes 814, first registered on 19 March 1993.

Is K825 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K825 TCW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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