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FIG 6947

1997 Mercedes-benz 312

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

230,459 mi
Last recorded230,459 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 312192,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 6947
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2011 230,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 223,037 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 215,932 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?

Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
5,215
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,825
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,353
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,374
position lamp(s) not working 1,037
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,034
Registration plate lamp not working 1,032
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FIG 6947 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 192,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIG 6947, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FIG 6947?

You can check the full history of FIG 6947 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 6947 registered?

FIG 6947 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is FIG 6947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 6947 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 6947 have outstanding finance?

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