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A13 MSP

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

Beige Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,450 mi
Last recorded51,450 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 MSP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2013 51,450 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both head lamps converted to right hand drive

fuel injectors have slight damp patches around seals

Pass 28 Nov 2011 37,630 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

brake fluid very murky

drivers seat base in poor condition but secure

parking brake lever release mech has been modified

rear exhaust section rattles

Pass 3 Dec 2010 32,786 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 18,126 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 18,109 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2008 16,447 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 16,436 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 10 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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A13 MSP is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in Beige with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 134,146 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 A13 MSP, 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 36 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 A13 MSP registered?

A13 MSP is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 17 April 1990.

Is A13 MSP safe to buy?

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