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193 XUB

1954 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

7,302 mi
Last recorded7,302 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2013
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Vehicle Details

Registration193 XUB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1954
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,302 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 7,260 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 7,195 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 7,075 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 7,030 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 6,799 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2006 6,192 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 6,188 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 300?

Based on 170,654 MOT tests across 18,208 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
1,831
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
18,208
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,440
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,542
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,881
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,985
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,687
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193 XUB is a 1954 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 193 XUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 300 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 72 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 193 XUB?

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What year was 193 XUB registered?

193 XUB is a 1954 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 January 1954.

Is 193 XUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 193 XUB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 193 XUB have outstanding finance?

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