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A2 CAR

1991 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,197 mi
Last recorded61,197 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 300132,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 CAR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 61,197 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 60,150 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 60,036 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 60,036 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2014 59,968 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 59,848 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 59,631 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 59,592 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 58,873 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 57,206 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 57,201 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 54,748 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 45,418 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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A2 CAR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 132,334 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 A2 CAR, 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 35 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 A2 CAR registered?

A2 CAR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 7 May 1991.

Is A2 CAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 CAR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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