CarVerify

Free Car Check

N731 RDD

1996 Mercedes Unknown

Multi-colour Diesel 3972cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

234,501 mi
Last recorded234,501 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes Unknown198,060 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN731 RDD
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 234,501 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 231,669 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 229,379 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2023 229,379 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 220,775 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 174,090 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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
Full Mercedes Unknown reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N731 RDD is a 1996 Mercedes Unknown in Multi-colour with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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

How do I check the history of N731 RDD?

You can check the full history of N731 RDD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N731 RDD registered?

N731 RDD is a 1996 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N731 RDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N731 RDD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N731 RDD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N731 RDD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.