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K732 YFJ

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

133,225 mi
Last recorded133,225 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK732 YFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 133,225 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 130,629 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 130,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 125,116 miles

headlamps have beam benders fitted

slight play in steering box

Pass 17 Jun 2016 123,955 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 121,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 121,964 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 May 2014 119,139 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 119,139 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 119,131 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 May 2013 115,357 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 115,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 113,664 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 3 Apr 2012 113,642 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 110,214 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

drag link end boots split

Pass 12 Apr 2010 107,331 miles

drag link rubber boots split

Fail 10 Apr 2010 107,235 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

drag link rubber boots split

Pass 20 Apr 2009 95,281 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 90,352 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 78,398 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

slight diesel leak at engine

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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K732 YFJ is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 K732 YFJ, 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

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What year was K732 YFJ registered?

K732 YFJ is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 6 April 1993.

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