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M401 KOA

1994 Mercedes-benz 410

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

142,231 mi
Last recorded142,231 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 410171,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM401 KOA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 142,231 miles

Exhaust system detteriated.

Front brake discs corroded.

N/s mirror damaged function not impaired.

N/s/f tyre showing signs of detteriation.

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

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Steering lock damaged.

Vehicle chassis detteriated in places. N/s and o/s steps corroded out of prescribed areas.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2012 141,069 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Exhaust system detteriated.

Front brake discs corroded.

N/s mirror damaged function not impaired.

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

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Steering lock damaged.

Vehicle chassis detteriated in places. N/s and o/s steps corroded out of prescribed areas.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2011 127,713 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 127,605 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All chassis rails corroding in numerous places ok for test at this time.

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 127,587 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Rear Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside and nearside chassis rails several corrosion areas along entire length ok at time of test

Pass 7 Apr 2010 113,919 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 113,911 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 438 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 421 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 2,511 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 93,044 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 410?

Based on 5,983 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
2,836
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 439
Headlamp aim too low 334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 288
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 285
fog lamp not working 261
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M401 KOA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 171,813 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 410 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 439 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M401 KOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 410 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 410 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M401 KOA registered?

M401 KOA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M401 KOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M401 KOA shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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