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MFG 480W

1981 Mercedes-benz Traveliner

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

185,492 mi
Last recorded185,492 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFG 480W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelTraveliner
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2007 185,492 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 185,492 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Traveliner?

Based on 3,503 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
13,011
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
Brake pipe excessively corroded 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33
Registration plate lamp not working 27
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
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MFG 480W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Traveliner in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Traveliner fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MFG 480W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Traveliner typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz Traveliner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MFG 480W registered?

MFG 480W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Traveliner, first registered on 6 March 1981.

Is MFG 480W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFG 480W 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.

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