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L19 NPS

1996 Mercedes-benz 312

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

279,943 mi
Last recorded279,943 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 312196,859 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL19 NPS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2010 279,943 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 279,728 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Battery insecure

Engine oil leaks

Handbrake travel could be improved

Nearside rear brake pipe corroded

Offside number plate lamp incomplete

Slight binding on offside rear wheel

Slight lift and play in both sides front lower suspension ball joints

Windscreen chipped

Pass 3 Feb 2009 268,659 miles

n/s/r upper marker lamp inop

rear back plates holed and corroded

Pass 12 Feb 2008 239,097 miles

Battery insecure

Foot brake travel could be improved

Front of main brake pipes corroded

Slight play in nearside steering rack

Windscreen chipped

Fail 12 Feb 2008 239,097 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Battery insecure

Foot brake travel could be improved

Front of main brake pipes corroded

Slight play in nearside steering rack

Windscreen chipped

Pass 10 Feb 2007 204,886 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Pass 8 Feb 2006 177,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?

Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
5,215
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,825
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,353
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,374
position lamp(s) not working 1,037
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,034
Registration plate lamp not working 1,032
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L19 NPS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 196,859 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L19 NPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L19 NPS registered?

L19 NPS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is L19 NPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L19 NPS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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