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WUI 6958

1996 Mercedes-benz 320

Green Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,292 mi
Last recorded126,292 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 320118,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUI 6958
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 126,292 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2019 126,292 miles

Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 120,202 miles

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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WUI 6958 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 in Green with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 118,801 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WUI 6958, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WUI 6958?

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What year was WUI 6958 registered?

WUI 6958 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is WUI 6958 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUI 6958 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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