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902 XYD

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,756 mi
Last recorded69,756 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration902 XYD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2023 69,756 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 69,738 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 69,734 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all nearside (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to sub frame bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 69,717 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 69,219 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 68,909 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 58,416 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 68,179 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 68,174 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 68,133 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 68,133 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 68,078 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 68,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 67,789 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2008 67,692 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 66,204 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 45,259 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 42,026 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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902 XYD is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 101,572 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 902 XYD, 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 39 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 902 XYD registered?

902 XYD is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 18 March 1987.

Is 902 XYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 902 XYD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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