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78 EJ

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,892 mi
Last recorded31,892 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration78 EJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 31,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 31,844 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 31,830 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 31,829 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 31,793 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 31,779 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 31,729 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 31,716 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 31,700 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 31,548 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 31,354 miles

front wiper blades starting to smear screen

nearside washer not working

Pass 5 Oct 2010 31,166 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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78 EJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 78 EJ, 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

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What year was 78 EJ registered?

78 EJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is 78 EJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 78 EJ 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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