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SF04 EVP

2004 Mercedes-benz 311

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

270,124 mi
Last recorded270,124 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 311109,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF04 EVP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model311
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 270,124 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 270,123 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength os and ns front steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2014 105,265 miles

advise tco lamp lit

Pass 29 Oct 2012 91,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 89,751 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 78,496 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 67,983 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 55,903 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 55,768 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.1.B.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.3.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose kinked (3.6.B.4b)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.1.B.2a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 41,680 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 28,756 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 16,996 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 311?

Based on 1,761 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,958
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Registration plate lamp not working 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
position lamp(s) not working 37
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SF04 EVP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 311 in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 311 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 109,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 311 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF04 EVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 311 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 311 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF04 EVP registered?

SF04 EVP is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 311, first registered on 5 July 2004.

Is SF04 EVP safe to buy?

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