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N949 YBL

1996 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 5958cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,218 mi
Last recorded171,218 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN949 YBL
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 171,218 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 171,119 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 171,075 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 170,161 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 170,040 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 166,209 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 164,640 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 164,621 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 164,568 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 164,460 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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N949 YBL is a 1996 Mercedes 814 in White with a 5,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N949 YBL, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N949 YBL registered?

N949 YBL is a 1996 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N949 YBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N949 YBL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N949 YBL have outstanding finance?

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