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L120 FNP

1993 Mercedes-benz 410

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

128,927 mi
Last recorded128,927 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 410163,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL120 FNP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 128,927 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 128,905 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2024 123,772 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 128,407 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively IF FURTHER PROBLEM SUGGEST REPAIR (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 128,407 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 126,715 miles

Reverse lights not working

headlamp beam benders fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2021 126,673 miles

Fuel system component leaking Leak off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Reverse lights not working

headlamp beam benders fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2019 125,178 miles

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Headlamp beam benders fitted

Oil leak, but not excessive o/s of engine, bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre sidewall cracked and perished, tyre date 01/10, ( suggest replace )

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracked and perished, ( suggest replace )

o/s/f tyre sidewall cracked and perished, tyre date is 01/10 ( suggest replace )

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracked and perished ( suggest replace )

Fail 7 Jun 2019 125,178 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle o/s low and binding (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp beam benders fitted

Nearside Front Inner Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive o/s of engine, bad (8.4.1 (a) (i))

limited reserve travel on handbrake lever

n/s/f tyre sidewall cracked and perished, tyre date 01/10, ( suggest replace )

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracked and perished, ( suggest replace )

o/s/f tyre sidewall cracked and perished, tyre date is 01/10 ( suggest replace )

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracked and perished ( suggest replace )

Pass 4 Jun 2018 123,255 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 122,431 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 121,144 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 120,193 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 120,165 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2014 119,330 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 117,961 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 115,791 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 115,791 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 114,319 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 109,423 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 103,700 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 98,961 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 88,004 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 83,794 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 410?

Based on 5,983 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
2,836
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 439
Headlamp aim too low 334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 285
fog lamp not working 261
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L120 FNP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 410 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 163,234 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 410 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L120 FNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was L120 FNP registered?

L120 FNP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 410, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L120 FNP safe to buy?

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