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L406 FNP

1994 Mercedes-benz 410 D

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

149,682 mi
Last recorded149,682 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 D163,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL406 FNP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 149,682 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 149,558 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases On tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 149,089 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 149,060 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 164,194 miles

Offside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 163,728 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 162,862 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 159,612 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 158,153 miles

Nearside Front Upper additional night running light not working

Pass 27 Oct 2016 156,651 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 156,632 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 153,840 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 153,761 miles

n/s/r brake in need of adjust or repair

Fail 9 Oct 2013 151,644 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 151,644 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2012 149,565 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 149,513 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 149,015 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 149,015 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 145,033 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 142,378 miles

n/s/f headlight has conversion plate on

o/s/f headlight has conversion plate on

Pass 18 Oct 2007 137,449 miles

n/s/f headlight has been changed from r/h dipped beam

o/s/f headlight has been changed from r/h dipped beam

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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L406 FNP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 D in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 163,961 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 L406 FNP, 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 32 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 L406 FNP registered?

L406 FNP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 D, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L406 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L406 FNP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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