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K173 SVK

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2900cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

208,061 mi
Last recorded208,061 miles
Recorded on24 May 2005
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK173 SVK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 May 2005 208,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Fail 24 May 2005 208,061 miles

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

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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K173 SVK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 K173 SVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K173 SVK?

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What year was K173 SVK registered?

K173 SVK is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 20 May 1993.

Is K173 SVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K173 SVK shows 2 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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