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M724 MKJ

1994 Mercedes-benz 310

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

318,145 mi
Last recorded318,145 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2011
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 310187,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM724 MKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2011 318,145 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 318,142 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 311,252 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED.

O/S/R SEVICE AND PAK BRAKE EFFORTS LOW.

REAR EXHAUST SECTION WEAK WITH CORROSION.

Pass 8 Jun 2009 304,154 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 297,803 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

MINOR FUEL LEAK-NO,1 INJECTOR.

REAR EXHAUST PIPE WEAK WITH CORROSION.

Pass 29 May 2007 290,226 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 283,152 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 283,152 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear 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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M724 MKJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 M724 MKJ, 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 M724 MKJ registered?

M724 MKJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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