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A1 LJX

1992 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,438 mi
Last recorded117,438 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 300133,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 LJX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2011 117,438 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 117,438 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 115,264 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 112,894 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Aug 2009 112,894 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 109,716 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 109,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 106,913 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 106,913 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 21 Aug 2006 103,375 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 LJX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 133,012 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJX, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A1 LJX registered?

A1 LJX is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is A1 LJX safe to buy?

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