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K485 XFX

1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

172,576 mi
Last recorded172,576 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D167,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK485 XFX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 172,576 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 172,462 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 rear tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 167,227 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

drivers seat slightly loose

Fail 24 Nov 2023 167,188 miles

Nearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury side skirt lower of vehicle sharp edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission rear of gearbox casing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

drivers seat slightly loose

Pass 20 Oct 2022 160,597 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 160,546 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 160,505 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

drivers seat slightly loose

Fail 20 Oct 2020 160,505 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

drivers seat slightly loose

Pass 9 Oct 2019 160,456 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 153,913 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2018 153,867 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2017 148,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 140,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 132,118 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 125,111 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 117,795 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 117,754 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 116,761 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 116,761 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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K485 XFX 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 73.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K485 XFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K485 XFX?

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What year was K485 XFX registered?

K485 XFX is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 D, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K485 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K485 XFX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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