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A46 JGW

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

205,577 mi
Last recorded205,577 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2007
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA46 JGW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2007 205,577 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 205,577 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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A46 JGW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A46 JGW, 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 A46 JGW registered?

A46 JGW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A46 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A46 JGW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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