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N538 EUA

1995 Mercedes-benz 312

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

314,557 mi
Last recorded314,557 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2009
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 312202,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN538 EUA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2009 314,557 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 314,557 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 306,384 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 306,384 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 299,522 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 299,522 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 291,009 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 291,009 miles

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

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

oil leak

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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N538 EUA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N538 EUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N538 EUA?

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What year was N538 EUA registered?

N538 EUA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 5 October 1995.

Is N538 EUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N538 EUA shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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