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N34 TPH

1996 Mercedes Unknown

White Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

335,107 mi
Last recorded335,107 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes Unknown198,060 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN34 TPH
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 335,107 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 327,652 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2024 327,652 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 327,613 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 327,573 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure clamps insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements two tone (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 322,304 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 322,298 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 322,099 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements faulty switch (4.5.3 (a))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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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N34 TPH is a 1996 Mercedes Unknown in White with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 198,060 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 30 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N34 TPH registered?

N34 TPH is a 1996 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 22 February 1996.

Is N34 TPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N34 TPH shows 8 tests with a 37.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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