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1996 Mercedes 4.0L Diesel · N197 CVN

N197 CVN

1996 Mercedes (4.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 141,230 km. MOT valid until 09 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES
Year / Origin
1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 09 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Odometer
141,230 km
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 4.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1996
Engine
3972cc
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N197 CVN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2026
  • 141,230 km recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

N197 CVN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Nov 2026, 00:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes Unknown (N197 CVN) between February 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

N197 CVN Odometer History

  1. 09/02/2022139,130 mi
  2. 01/02/2023140,452 km
  3. 10/04/2024140,561 km+109 km
  4. 07/04/2025141,016 km+455 km
  5. 11/07/2026141,230 km+214 km

Average of roughly 476 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
Older vehicle
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Batch Registration Neighbors (N197 Series)

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