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771 XUH

2008 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,690 mi
Last recorded6,690 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

Registration771 XUH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 6,690 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 6,678 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Fog/ spot lamp out

Pass 23 Nov 2012 5,086 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 5,018 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 4,973 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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771 XUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 771 XUH, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 771 XUH registered?

771 XUH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is 771 XUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 771 XUH shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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