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L712 GVH

1994 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

326,642 mi
Last recorded326,642 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 310187,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL712 GVH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2007 326,642 miles

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

body work rusty

rear floors andchassis legs surface rust

Pass 11 Jun 2007 326,591 miles

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

body work rusty

rear floors and chassis legs

Fail 16 Apr 2007 326,587 miles

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

Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

body work rusty

rear floors and chassis legs corr/weak

Pass 9 Mar 2006 308,717 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 308,644 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.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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L712 GVH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L712 GVH, 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 L712 GVH registered?

L712 GVH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 3 March 1994.

Is L712 GVH safe to buy?

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