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L12 JJJ

1994 Mercedes-benz 320

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,357 mi
Last recorded91,357 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 32093,255 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 JJJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 91,357 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 91,355 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 90,885 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 90,382 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 90,013 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 90,011 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 89,736 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 89,603 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 88,766 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 87,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 87,332 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

oil leak around rear diff

Pass 26 May 2016 86,525 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 May 2015 86,050 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 84,324 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2013 83,418 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2012 82,473 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2011 81,481 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2010 80,544 miles

gear box oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2009 78,958 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2009 78,958 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2008 77,739 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 76,356 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2006 74,806 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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L12 JJJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 320 in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 93,255 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L12 JJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L12 JJJ?

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What year was L12 JJJ registered?

L12 JJJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L12 JJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 JJJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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