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LR53 VBP

2004 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,261 mi
Last recorded42,261 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2007
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 32093,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VBP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2007 42,261 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 42,251 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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LR53 VBP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 93,006 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-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR53 VBP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR53 VBP registered?

LR53 VBP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is LR53 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VBP shows 2 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 LR53 VBP have outstanding finance?

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