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K811 MTR

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

287,044 mi
Last recorded287,044 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK811 MTR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 287,044 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 287,044 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 285,510 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 191,728 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 191,724 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded arch (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded arch (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 200,457 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 199,745 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 May 2014 199,745 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 187,759 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 187,759 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 184,000 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 179,347 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 179,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 175,299 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 175,294 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2009 169,487 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 169,486 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 165,586 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 161,569 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 161,544 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2005 161,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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K811 MTR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 K811 MTR, 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 K811 MTR registered?

K811 MTR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 26 April 1993.

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