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A85 HVR

1984 Mercedes-benz 310

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,866 mi
Last recorded73,866 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 310102,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA85 HVR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 73,866 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 71,798 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 69,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 May 2008 68,990 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 68,558 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 68,547 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2005 68,216 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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A85 HVR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 310 in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 102,901 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 A85 HVR, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A85 HVR registered?

A85 HVR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 28 March 1984.

Is A85 HVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A85 HVR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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