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A219 ODY

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,881 mi
Last recorded99,881 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA219 ODY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 99,881 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 99,208 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 98,947 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

off side rear lower rear wing corroded advise

Pass 12 Dec 2019 98,336 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 97,292 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 95,845 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 95,153 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 95,153 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 93,037 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 91,014 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2013 89,782 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 88,170 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 88,167 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2011 87,154 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 15 Dec 2010 86,293 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 85,458 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 85,458 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 84,752 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 84,047 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 83,176 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 82,267 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 82,266 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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A219 ODY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A219 ODY, 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.

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What year was A219 ODY registered?

A219 ODY is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A219 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A219 ODY shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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