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YJ05 FDK

2005 Mercedes-benz 311

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,051 mi
Last recorded106,051 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 311118,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 FDK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model311
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 106,051 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 105,311 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 103,994 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 101,875 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 99,469 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 93,731 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 91,427 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 87,357 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 82,728 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 78,877 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 75,084 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 68,795 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 61,983 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 56,634 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,737 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 42,527 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 34,745 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 27,932 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 21,122 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 12,668 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 5,251 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 311?

Based on 1,761 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,958
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Registration plate lamp not working 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 38
position lamp(s) not working 37
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YJ05 FDK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 311 in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 311 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 118,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 311 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ05 FDK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 311 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 311 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ05 FDK registered?

YJ05 FDK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 311, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is YJ05 FDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 FDK shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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