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L885 TRL

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,832 mi
Last recorded208,832 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2014
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL885 TRL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2014 208,832 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 204,007 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise both rear tyres cracking & scuffed on side walls

Pass 3 May 2007 202,179 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 199,274 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

oil leak

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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L885 TRL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 181,906 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 L885 TRL, 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 33 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 L885 TRL registered?

L885 TRL is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 4 August 1993.

Is L885 TRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L885 TRL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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