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N869 FFA

1996 Mercedes-benz 312

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

674,944 mi
Last recorded674,944 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 312196,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN869 FFA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2009 674,944 miles

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

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)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 624,672 miles

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

near side front body bolt loose

Pass 9 Jan 2008 572,974 miles

unable to inspect brake pipes fully due to paint on them

Pass 15 Jan 2007 521,200 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 477,108 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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N869 FFA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 196,859 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 N869 FFA, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N869 FFA registered?

N869 FFA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 1 February 1996.

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