MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
209,340 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.4)
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)
Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?
Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R349 FYJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 312 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 188,660 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 R349 FYJ, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R349 FYJ?
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What year was R349 FYJ registered?
R349 FYJ is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 4 February 1998.
Is R349 FYJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R349 FYJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R349 FYJ have outstanding finance?
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