MOT Status
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Transmission brake efficiency below requirements (3.8.A.9/10)
Brake linkage stiff (3.6.F.4)
Nearside Front Leaf spring balance beam rubber bush slightly deteriorated resulting in slight movement (2.4.B.2)
Offside Front Seat belt slight fluffing or fraying (5.1.B.3b)
How Reliable is the Mercedes Minibus?
Based on 1,162 MOT tests across 126 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P497 MTM is a 1996 Mercedes Minibus in Yellow with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
The most common reason a Mercedes Minibus fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P497 MTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes Minibus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P497 MTM?
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What year was P497 MTM registered?
P497 MTM is a 1996 Mercedes Minibus, first registered on 28 August 1996.
Is P497 MTM safe to buy?
The MOT history for P497 MTM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P497 MTM have outstanding finance?
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