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K110 FNT

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

146,700 mi
Last recorded146,700 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK110 FNT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 146,700 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Light lens/reflector slightly damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2025 143,907 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 142,443 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lens unit damaged slightly but not affecting light output

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 140,908 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 140,242 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 139,358 miles

exhaust tail pipe corroded

noise from belt area

offside rear light cluster cracked

wheel trims fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2020 137,675 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 134,430 miles

Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in wax oil (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 134,430 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both ends (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in wax oil (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced One not working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 131,870 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 131,870 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 129,955 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 129,903 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r brake slightly binding

possible fuel leak engine area

Pass 2 Jun 2008 129,874 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 123,929 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 123,899 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 117,026 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 112,026 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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K110 FNT is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 181,906 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 K110 FNT, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K110 FNT registered?

K110 FNT is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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