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300 MSF

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,582 mi
Last recorded60,582 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration300 MSF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2025 60,582 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 59,613 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 58,878 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 58,233 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 57,800 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 56,957 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 56,080 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 55,912 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 55,881 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 55,871 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 55,862 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 55,856 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,841 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 55,753 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 55,505 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 55,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 54,171 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 53,893 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

slight movement in f/n/s sub frame mtg

Pass 4 May 2006 53,676 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

slight movement in front sub frame mtgs

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 MSF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 MSF, 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

How do I check the history of 300 MSF?

You can check the full history of 300 MSF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 300 MSF registered?

300 MSF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 3 January 1989.

Is 300 MSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 300 MSF shows 19 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 MSF have outstanding finance?

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