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N196 DMA

1995 Mercedes-benz 312

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 312202,520 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 DMA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015

inner and outer sills corroded-inner x2 door step areas corroded-all arches corroded-exhaust mountings corroded-oil leak,due to oil leak unable to check components properly-brake pipes covered by substance

rear wheel bearings have slight play-front to rear brake pipes corroded/covered unable to check properly-all outer arches corroded-leaf spring eye bushes slightly perished-front ball joint have slight play

steering rack has slight play

welding coverd by substance unable to check properly

Fail 25 Feb 2015

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

inner and outer sills corroded-inner x2 door step areas corroded-all arches corroded-exhaust mountings corroded-oil leak,due to oil leak unable to check components properly-brake pipes covered by substance

rear wheel bearings have slight play-front to rear brake pipes corroded/covered unable to check properly-all outer arches corroded-leaf spring eye bushes slightly perished-front ball joint have slight play

steering rack has slight play

Pass 24 Feb 2014

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front to rear brake pipes corroded and covered by substance-rear wheel bearing slight play-leaft spring eyebushes slightly perished-front ball joint slight play-steering rack slight play

oil leak /due to oil leak unable to check under bonnet components properly

oil leak /due to oil leak unable to check under bonnet components properly-welding covered by substance unable to check properley

Fail 21 Feb 2014

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front to rear brake pipes corroded and covered by substance-rear wheel bearing slight play-leaft spring eyebushes slightly perished-front ball joint slight play-steering rack slight play

oil leak /due to oil leak unable to check under bonnet components properly

Pass 23 Feb 2013 293,417 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 289,331 miles

both front tyres walls cracked

Pass 22 Jul 2011 280,084 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 276,388 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2010 276,388 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 275,546 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 270,130 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 264,008 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 264,002 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?

Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
5,215
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,825
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,353
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,374
position lamp(s) not working 1,037
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,034
Registration plate lamp not working 1,032
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N196 DMA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 312 in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 202,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N196 DMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N196 DMA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 25 September 1995.

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The MOT history for N196 DMA shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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