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300 JBK

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,636 mi
Last recorded63,636 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration300 JBK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 63,636 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 63,216 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 62,465 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 6 Dec 2022 61,337 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 61,239 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 60,732 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 60,496 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 60,159 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 59,937 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 59,498 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall perished

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre side wall perished

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front tyre sidewall perished

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perished

Pass 9 Apr 2015 59,417 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 59,046 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 58,703 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 58,431 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 57,707 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 57,153 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 56,387 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 54,894 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 54,026 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 52,832 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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300 JBK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 110,684 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 300 JBK, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 300 JBK registered?

300 JBK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 11 August 1989.

Is 300 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 300 JBK shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 300 JBK have outstanding finance?

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