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N717 KAM

1995 Mercedes 814

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

963,431 mi
Last recorded963,431 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes 814421,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN717 KAM
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 963,431 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2024 953,134 miles

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

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 948,579 miles

Slight play in both front kingpins.

Pass 25 Jul 2022 945,527 miles

Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 940,197 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 932,847 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 932,847 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 931,002 miles

BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER SPLIT

SLIGHT LOFT IN OFFSIDE KING PIN

Pass 15 Jan 2015 90,602 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 89,372 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 890,168 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 890,142 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 87,844 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 822,812 miles

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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N717 KAM is a 1995 Mercedes 814 in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 421,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N717 KAM, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N717 KAM registered?

N717 KAM is a 1995 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is N717 KAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N717 KAM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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