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A8 CGJ

1997 Mercedes-benz 312

Green Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

370,202 mi
Last recorded370,202 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 312192,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 CGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model312
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2010 370,202 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2009 366,526 miles

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

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

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre wall showing slight deteriation

o/s/f tyre wall showing slight deteriation

Pass 31 Jan 2008 363,434 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s/r & o/s/r tyre walls showing slight deteriation

n/s/r light lens broken

Pass 1 Feb 2007 354,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 341,355 miles

advise n/s/f bottom ball joint slight play.

advise o/s/f bottom ball joint slight play.

advise o/s/f tyre tread on wear markers.

advise o/s/r brake back plate slightly corroded.

Pass 16 Dec 2005 341,355 miles

advise n/s/f bottom ball joint slight play.

advise o/s/f bottom ball joint slight play.

advise o/s/f tyre tread on wear markers.

advise o/s/r brake back plate slightly corroded.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 312?

Based on 26,257 MOT tests across 2,825 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
5,215
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
2,825
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,353
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,374
position lamp(s) not working 1,037
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,034
Registration plate lamp not working 1,032
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A8 CGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 in Green with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 312 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 192,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 312 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 3,353 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 CGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 312 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 312 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 CGJ registered?

A8 CGJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 312, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is A8 CGJ safe to buy?

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