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H739 NRX

1990 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,827 mi
Last recorded100,827 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 310113,985 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH739 NRX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 100,827 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 100,487 miles

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 100,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive dipped beam image (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect deft hand drive beam image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 99,723 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front discs corroded

Pass 25 May 2021 98,197 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 May 2021 98,197 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 97,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 96,354 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight bind rear brakes

Fail 30 Jul 2018 96,354 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight bind rear brakes

Pass 4 Aug 2017 94,882 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 94,293 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 93,246 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 12 Aug 2015 96,226 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

brake warning light on

Pass 18 Aug 2014 92,452 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 92,450 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

beam deflectors fitted on headlamps(lhd)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 90,088 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 90,012 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 89,194 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2011 88,872 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 86,779 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 83,738 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 83,434 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 80,954 miles

n/s/r foot and handbrake readings lower than o/s

Pass 22 Jun 2006 77,853 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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H739 NRX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 113,985 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 H739 NRX, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H739 NRX registered?

H739 NRX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H739 NRX safe to buy?

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