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A1 DUM

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,240 mi
Last recorded129,240 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 DUM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 129,240 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 128,764 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 128,506 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 127,894 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 126,034 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 124,109 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 123,706 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 122,255 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 119,407 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 115,543 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 111,833 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 109,094 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 105,039 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 101,174 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 96,671 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 92,484 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 92,472 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 87,988 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 82,528 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 109,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 107,280 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 101,796 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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A1 DUM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A1 DUM, 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

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What year was A1 DUM registered?

A1 DUM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is A1 DUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 DUM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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