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A16 LUT

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

173,925 mi
Last recorded173,925 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 LUT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 173,925 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 173,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2017 173,394 miles

both front tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 11 Apr 2015 172,445 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 169,495 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres on 2mm

Pass 2 Apr 2013 169,121 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 168,192 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 166,884 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 165,501 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 163,697 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 160,267 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight movement in steering

Pass 9 May 2007 155,912 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 150,338 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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A16 LUT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A16 LUT, 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 A16 LUT registered?

A16 LUT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 14 September 1990.

Is A16 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 LUT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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