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511 AWJ

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,640 mi
Last recorded19,640 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration511 AWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 19,640 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 18,226 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,886 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 17,512 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 16,960 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,636 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,095 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 10,851 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 10,780 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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511 AWJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 134,099 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 511 AWJ, 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 42 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 511 AWJ?

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What year was 511 AWJ registered?

511 AWJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is 511 AWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 511 AWJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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