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VA03 HVW

2003 Mercedes-benz 310

Silver Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

201,700 mi
Last recorded201,700 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 310131,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 HVW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 201,700 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 197,148 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 197,148 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 192,016 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 183,869 miles

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

front discs corroded

towbar welded on

Fail 18 Feb 2011 183,869 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

front discs corroded

towbar welded on

Pass 8 Dec 2009 179,337 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 152,186 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 123,096 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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VA03 HVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 310 in Silver with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 131,596 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 VA03 HVW, 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 23 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 VA03 HVW registered?

VA03 HVW is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is VA03 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA03 HVW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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