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K553 PHU

1992 Mercedes-benz 410 D

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

249,114 mi
Last recorded249,114 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 410 D169,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK553 PHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410 D
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 249,114 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 244,132 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 244,132 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 244,132 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

customer informs van is down rated to class vii

Pass 11 May 2010 244,132 miles

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

customer informs van is down rated to class vii

Pass 14 May 2009 244,132 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 244,132 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 242,681 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 216,017 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 215,392 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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K553 PHU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 410 D in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 410 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 169,650 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 K553 PHU, 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 34 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 K553 PHU registered?

K553 PHU is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 410 D, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K553 PHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K553 PHU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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