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SL04 DPV

2004 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,647 mi
Last recorded117,647 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2012
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 310160,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL04 DPV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2012 117,647 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 99,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 82,602 miles

both front d bushes have play

n/s o/s drop link bushes have play

rear d bushes have play

Fail 26 Jun 2010 82,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both front d bushes have play

n/s o/s drop link bushes have play

rear d bushes have play

Pass 10 Apr 2009 71,586 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 56,563 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 39,986 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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SL04 DPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 160,528 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 SL04 DPV, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL04 DPV registered?

SL04 DPV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is SL04 DPV safe to buy?

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