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A1 LRF

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

127,930 mi
Last recorded127,930 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 LRF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 127,930 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 127,890 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 127,735 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 127,458 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

oil leak

Fail 2 May 2023 127,448 miles

Emissions unable to be completed petrol leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users pump feed (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

oil leak

Pass 5 May 2022 126,690 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to callieper (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded around pump ()

auto box pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2021 126,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded on & to fuel pump ()

auto box supply pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 7 May 2020 125,809 miles

auto box feed pipe corroded

oil leak

Pass 7 May 2019 124,773 miles

Offside Front brake pipe to flexi behind wheel showing signs of corrosion

both rear brake pipes to flexis above axle showing of corrosion

slight blow on rear back box

slight movement in steering box

Pass 2 May 2018 122,916 miles

corrosion on auto box cooling pipes

Pass 11 May 2017 122,004 miles

chip in centre windscreen b zone

Pass 5 May 2016 121,219 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front exhaust mounting corroded

oil leak

Pass 12 May 2015 120,804 miles

oil leak

slight blow on rear exhaust

Pass 13 May 2014 119,361 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

front exhaust braket broken

gearbox feed pipes corroded

Pass 13 May 2013 117,531 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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

front exhaust bracket broken

gearbox coolant pipes corroded

propshaft front rubber dougnut as as side play

Pass 16 May 2012 115,694 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

front exhaust supporting bracket corroded

Pass 12 May 2011 114,733 miles

corrosion on fuel pipe at pump

Pass 4 May 2010 113,963 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 110,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 109,143 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2007 104,955 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2006 100,571 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 LRF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LRF, 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 LRF registered?

A1 LRF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is A1 LRF safe to buy?

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