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W555 JAY

2013 Mercedes-benz 311

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

265,197 mi
Last recorded265,197 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW555 JAY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model311
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 265,197 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 259,072 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 254,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2023 245,747 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 384,276 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 384,276 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 230,793 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 212,992 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 175,239 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 130,639 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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W555 JAY is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 311 in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W555 JAY, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz 311 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W555 JAY registered?

W555 JAY is a 2013 Mercedes-benz 311, first registered on 7 October 2013.

Is W555 JAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W555 JAY 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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