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M842 GPB

1994 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

280,889 mi
Last recorded280,889 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2008
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 310187,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM842 GPB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2008 280,889 miles

Damage to windscreen Nearside edge

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

Play in nearside kingpin

Sharp edges offside front

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 10 Mar 2008 280,884 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Damage to windscreen Nearside edge

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

Play in nearside kingpin

Sharp edges offside front

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 273,125 miles

end of exhaust tailpipe missing

n/s and o/s front brake pipes require cleaning and greasing

n/s/ and o/s rear brake pipes require cleaning and greasing

Pass 23 Mar 2006 271,873 miles

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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M842 GPB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 M842 GPB, 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.

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What year was M842 GPB registered?

M842 GPB is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 2 September 1994.

Is M842 GPB safe to buy?

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