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A4 VCK

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

82,911 mi
Last recorded82,911 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 VCK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 82,911 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Dec 2022 82,909 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 82,883 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 82,375 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 82,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 159,951 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 15,951 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 159,514 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 159,512 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 159,514 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 155,942 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 153,569 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 151,079 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 150,128 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 150,118 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake discs corroded

nearside headlamp glass cracked

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside track rod end rubber boot split

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2007 149,624 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 149,385 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2006 136,993 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 136,993 miles

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

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

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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A4 VCK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 A4 VCK, 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.

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What year was A4 VCK registered?

A4 VCK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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