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S286 FTV

1998 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,672 mi
Last recorded156,672 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 310147,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS286 FTV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 156,672 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 152,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 141,216 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 134,742 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 134,742 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 133,621 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Coolant leak

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

Spare tyre defective

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 118,632 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 109,823 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 109,712 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 100,299 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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S286 FTV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 147,034 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 S286 FTV, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S286 FTV registered?

S286 FTV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is S286 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S286 FTV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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