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YH12 TAV

2012 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

160,441 mi
Last recorded160,441 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 310154,708 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 TAV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 160,441 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 154,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 148,839 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 141,190 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 134,364 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Passenger seats not fitted

Fail 21 Feb 2022 134,361 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Passenger seats not fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2021 128,682 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 121,451 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 107,795 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 100,646 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 87,785 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 May 2015 77,506 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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YH12 TAV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 154,708 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 YH12 TAV, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YH12 TAV registered?

YH12 TAV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 June 2012.

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