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778 XUU

1954 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,849 mi
Last recorded13,849 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

Registration778 XUU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1954
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 13,849 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 13,391 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 8,334 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 71,653 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 6,741 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 57,834 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 5,364 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 48,464 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 48,464 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,422 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 2,165 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 47 miles

beam benders fitted to head lamps

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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778 XUU is a 1954 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 778 XUU, 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 72 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 778 XUU registered?

778 XUU is a 1954 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1954.

Is 778 XUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 778 XUU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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