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A172 PNC

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,307 mi
Last recorded83,307 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA172 PNC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 83,307 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 83,304 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 80,230 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 77,597 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 77,516 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 77,503 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 77,367 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 77,248 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 76,598 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 74,684 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 15 Dec 2010 74,434 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 73,872 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 72,783 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 71,477 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 70,232 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 68,976 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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A172 PNC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 134,099 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 A172 PNC, 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 42 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 A172 PNC?

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What year was A172 PNC registered?

A172 PNC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A172 PNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A172 PNC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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