MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
370,202 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
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
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
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.
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of A8 CGJ?
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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?
The MOT history for A8 CGJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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