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FIG 7308

1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

292,202 mi
Last recorded292,202 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D167,208 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 7308
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 292,202 miles

Engine oil leak causing rubber suspension bushes to deteriorate

Fail 25 May 2016 292,202 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Engine oil leak causing rubber suspension bushes to deteriorate

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2015 279,520 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

slight engine oil leak

wipers not parking correctly

Pass 18 Jun 2014 270,234 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 270,234 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 256,642 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 256,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 242,372 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 242,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

exhaust tail pipe corroded

o/s number plate lamp damaged

oil leaks on engine

Pass 4 Oct 2011 237,206 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 225,550 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 215,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2009 215,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 194,302 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 179,674 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 174,590 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2006 143,163 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 132,642 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 132,642 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 410 D?

Based on 3,521 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
3,407
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
458
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 231
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 193
Headlamp aim too low 138
fog lamp not working 109
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 108
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FIG 7308 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 167,208 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 410 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FIG 7308, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 410 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 410 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FIG 7308 registered?

FIG 7308 is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is FIG 7308 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 7308 shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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