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P322 KKL

1997 Mercedes-benz 312

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 312192,682 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP322 KKL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2012
Fail 31 Oct 2012

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 222,138 miles

Brake pedal has little reserve travel

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front inner steering rack joint has slight play

Fail 9 Nov 2011 222,138 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front inner steering rack joint has slight play

Pass 14 Oct 2010 211,356 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 209,362 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 207,427 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 195,095 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 195,089 miles

Centre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 180,340 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2005 165,461 miles

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

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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P322 KKL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 192,682 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 P322 KKL, 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 29 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 P322 KKL registered?

P322 KKL is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P322 KKL safe to buy?

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