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C940 AEU

1985 Mercedes-benz 310

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,909 mi
Last recorded11,909 miles
Recorded on31 May 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 31096,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC940 AEU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2006 11,909 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 11,909 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 310?

Based on 12,640 MOT tests across 1,412 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
4,196
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 880
Brake pipe excessively corroded 640
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Headlamp aim too low 576
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 510
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C940 AEU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 54.7% with a typical mileage of 96,802 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 310 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 880 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C940 AEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 310 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C940 AEU?

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What year was C940 AEU registered?

C940 AEU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is C940 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C940 AEU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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