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N31 VSH

2009 Mercedes Unknown

Gold Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

208,463 mi
Last recorded208,463 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes Unknown133,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN31 VSH
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 208,463 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 208,417 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible wrong bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 304,810 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 304,788 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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N31 VSH is a 2009 Mercedes Unknown in Gold with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 133,304 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 17 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 N31 VSH registered?

N31 VSH is a 2009 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is N31 VSH safe to buy?

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