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N53 JLF

1996 Mercedes-benz 310

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,165 mi
Last recorded18,165 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 310197,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN53 JLF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 18,165 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 17,603 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 17,599 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 16,433 miles

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 15,324 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 13,722 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 12,410 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 10,253 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 9,947 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 3,684 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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N53 JLF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310 in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N53 JLF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N53 JLF registered?

N53 JLF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N53 JLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N53 JLF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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