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1 NSL

1992 Mercedes-benz 300

Purple Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,661 mi
Last recorded70,661 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 300133,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1 NSL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 70,661 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 70,607 miles

underside component corrosion

Pass 21 Nov 2023 70,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight underside component corrosion

Pass 22 Nov 2022 70,376 miles

slight underside component corrosion

Fail 22 Nov 2022 70,376 miles

Sound deadening material insecure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

slight underside component corrosion

Pass 8 Sep 2021 70,341 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspension has some surface rust but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perishing on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 70,337 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspension has some surface rust but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres perishing on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 69,896 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 69,066 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 68,507 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 68,301 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 67,917 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 67,487 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 66,811 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 66,563 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 66,436 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 65,995 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 65,794 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 65,747 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 65,747 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 65,048 miles

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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1 NSL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 in Purple with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 133,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 1 NSL, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 1 NSL registered?

1 NSL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is 1 NSL safe to buy?

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