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W726 VRD

2000 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,116 mi
Last recorded144,116 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 32093,722 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW726 VRD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2015 144,116 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 141,358 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 137,290 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 129,574 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 118,653 miles

Front brake discs wearing thin.

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear suspension pipes corroded.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 118,369 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 116,030 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 116,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 113,604 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 113,185 miles

off side front tyre perrishing on side wall

Pass 24 Oct 2007 112,142 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 103,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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W726 VRD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 93,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W726 VRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W726 VRD registered?

W726 VRD is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W726 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W726 VRD shows 12 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.

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