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N372 EHK

1996 Mercedes-benz 310

Green Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 310197,639 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN372 EHK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2011
Pass 5 Oct 2010 305,189 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 281,964 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 259,952 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 259,952 miles

Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

clutch pedal rubber missing

hub seal leaking

Pass 29 Sep 2007 239,784 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 224,997 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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N372 EHK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310 in Green with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 197,639 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 N372 EHK, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 310 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N372 EHK registered?

N372 EHK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N372 EHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N372 EHK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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