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SH05 MXC

2005 Mercedes-benz 310

Silver Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,693 mi
Last recorded141,693 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 310143,206 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH05 MXC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model310
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2013 141,693 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 142,511 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 May 2011 135,011 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 124,912 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 124,148 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 109,109 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 89,450 miles

both ball joints worn

front brake discs worn

rear inner antirollbar bushes worn

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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SH05 MXC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 310 in Silver with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 310 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 143,206 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 SH05 MXC, 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 21 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 SH05 MXC registered?

SH05 MXC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 310, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is SH05 MXC safe to buy?

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