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DG03 WHV

2003 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

205,020 mi
Last recorded205,020 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 310131,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 WHV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 205,020 miles

slight play in rack....n/s/f shocker slight bouncy...

Fail 2 Jun 2012 205,020 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Hand operated control valve unit insecure (3.2.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight play in rack....n/s/f shocker slight bouncy...

Pass 26 May 2011 175,244 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 174,526 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2010 139,464 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 18 Jun 2010 139,463 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 138,142 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 126,535 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 115,975 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 106,518 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 92,194 miles

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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DG03 WHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 131,596 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG03 WHV, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG03 WHV registered?

DG03 WHV is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 13 March 2003.

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