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D389 VCC

1987 Mercedes-benz 310

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

365,647 mi
Last recorded365,647 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 31084,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD389 VCC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2006 365,647 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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D389 VCC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 310 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.7% with a typical mileage of 84,310 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 D389 VCC, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D389 VCC registered?

D389 VCC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D389 VCC safe to buy?

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