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463 TD

1991 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Diesel 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

119,761 mi
Last recorded119,761 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 300132,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration463 TD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2010 119,761 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 8 Jul 2010 119,761 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 118,455 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 118,455 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 13 Jan 2009 118,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 117,002 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 115,192 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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463 TD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,960cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 132,334 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 463 TD, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 463 TD registered?

463 TD is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 27 March 1991.

Is 463 TD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 463 TD shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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