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L208 OSB

1993 Mercedes-benz 310

Blue Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,215 mi
Last recorded80,215 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2006
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 310181,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL208 OSB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2006 80,215 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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L208 OSB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310 in Blue with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L208 OSB, 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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How do I check the history of L208 OSB?

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What year was L208 OSB registered?

L208 OSB is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L208 OSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L208 OSB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L208 OSB have outstanding finance?

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