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L663 KVS

1994 Mercedes-benz 310

Grey Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 310187,923 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL663 KVS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2008
Fail 11 Jul 2008

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 314,828 miles

VT 32 issued with VT30-1/8/2007

Fail 1 Aug 2007 314,785 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

bodywork above front shock absorber top mountings corroded on both sides

fog lamp mounting loose

Pass 30 Jun 2006 309,808 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 309,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2006 308,892 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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L663 KVS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 in Grey with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L663 KVS, 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.

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What year was L663 KVS registered?

L663 KVS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L663 KVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L663 KVS shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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