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L408 DUE

1994 Mercedes-benz 310

Red Petrol 2298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,832 mi
Last recorded32,832 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 310187,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL408 DUE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 32,832 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 32,400 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 32,390 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

oil level low

Pass 20 Oct 2023 30,117 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 28,331 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 22,413 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 22,413 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 18,393 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 310?

Based on 12,640 MOT tests across 1,412 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
4,196
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 880
Brake pipe excessively corroded 640
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 624
Headlamp aim too low 576
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 510
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L408 DUE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 in Red with a 2,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 187,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 310 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 880 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L408 DUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 310 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L408 DUE registered?

L408 DUE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L408 DUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L408 DUE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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