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K41 NHU

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,123 mi
Last recorded8,123 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK41 NHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2016 8,123 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed through cracks in tread (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outrigger, N/S/R leaf spring front mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring front mount wheelarch / quarter panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring front mount wheelarch / quarter panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring rear mount wheelarch / quarter panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded leaf spring rear mount wheelarch / quarter panel (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed through splitting puncture repair (4.1.D.1b)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front cross member (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Corrosion to both rear chassis legs

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 4,817 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 3,945 miles

bodywork of vehicle covered in surface corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2013 3,869 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 3,067 miles

chassis holed front offside but not within 30 cms

offside and nearside wheel arches surface corrosion

Fail 20 Jun 2012 3,061 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

chassis holed front offside but not within 30 cms

offside and nearside wheel arches surface corrosion

Pass 13 Jul 2011 2,810 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

nearsice and offside outer sills and nearside and offside rear arches has surface corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2010 2,416 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 2,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 1,995 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2009 1,995 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 1,343 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 1,248 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 161,129 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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K41 NHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K41 NHU, 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 K41 NHU registered?

K41 NHU is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 4 May 1993.

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