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A10 LPD

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,151 mi
Last recorded30,151 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 LPD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 30,151 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 29,706 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 29,557 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 29,404 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 29,373 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 29,343 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 29,304 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 29,023 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 28,743 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 28,485 miles

nearside front and nearside rear tyres are over 8 years old

offside front and offside rear tyres over 7 years old

Pass 3 Jul 2015 28,381 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 28,116 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 27,748 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 27,461 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 27,090 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 26,667 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 26,641 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 26,572 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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A10 LPD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A10 LPD, 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

How do I check the history of A10 LPD?

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What year was A10 LPD registered?

A10 LPD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 9 August 1989.

Is A10 LPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 LPD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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