1996 Mercedes-Benz 312 2.9L Diesel · N718 ARA
1996 Mercedes-Benz 312 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 16 May 1996. Recorded mileage 48,814 miles. MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 312
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,814 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N718 ARA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2026
- 48,814 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N718 ARA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz 312 (N718 ARA) between August 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
N718 ARA Mileage History
- 15/08/202243,930 mi
- 31/07/202344,811 mi+881 mi
- 09/08/202446,672 mi+1,861 mi
- 14/07/202547,976 mi+1,304 mi
- 24/06/202648,814 mi+838 mi
Average of roughly 1,266 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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