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J316 MLF

1991 Mercedes Unknown

Red Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,400 mi
Last recorded120,400 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes Unknown99,262 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ316 MLF
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 120,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 120,400 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 120,400 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sill corroded

Nearside Front Wheel arch area has multiple holes

Nearside Front bonnet area corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sill corroded

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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J316 MLF is a 1991 Mercedes Unknown in Red with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 99,262 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J316 MLF?

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What year was J316 MLF registered?

J316 MLF is a 1991 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 23 December 1991.

Is J316 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J316 MLF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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