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M581 TFA

1994 Mercedes-benz 410

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,262 mi
Last recorded80,262 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2008
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 410171,813 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM581 TFA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model410
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2008 80,262 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Nov 2008 80,247 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.3.2a)

Front Exhaust has a mounting that does not fully support the exhaust system (6.3.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (6.7.1a)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 78,188 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

corosion on rear door.and numerous body panels

Fail 24 Oct 2007 78,172 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gasses (6.3.2a)

corosion on rear door.and numerous body panels

Pass 26 Oct 2006 74,060 miles

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

fire extinguisher under bonnet empty

Fail 23 Oct 2006 74,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

clutch pedal rubber split

exhaust showing signs of corrosion

fire extinguisher under bonnet empty

front number plate damaged

handbrake nearing end of travel

oil leak on engine

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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M581 TFA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410 in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 M581 TFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M581 TFA registered?

M581 TFA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 410, first registered on 22 September 1994.

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