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P245 PHT

1996 Mercedes-benz 310

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,808 mi
Last recorded200,808 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2006
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 310197,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 PHT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2006 200,808 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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P245 PHT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310 in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 197,639 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 P245 PHT, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P245 PHT registered?

P245 PHT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P245 PHT safe to buy?

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