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F145 XRL

1989 Mercedes-benz 310

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

173,293 mi
Last recorded173,293 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 310113,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF145 XRL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2009 173,293 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both rear tyres badly perished around side walls

Pass 27 Jun 2008 173,132 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 17,310 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2007 172,193 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 172,181 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 171,232 miles

tyres all cracked through standing though servicable

Fail 30 May 2006 171,232 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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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F145 XRL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 113,202 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F145 XRL, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F145 XRL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 28 June 1989.

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