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A514 VEG

1983 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

223,780 mi
Last recorded223,780 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 300153,691 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA514 VEG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 223,780 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 223,728 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT RUST ON UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 219,185 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 214,406 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 211,556 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

battery insecure

Fail 4 Jan 2012 211,548 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

battery insecure

Pass 7 Apr 2009 210,214 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 200,614 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 190,211 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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A514 VEG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 153,691 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 A514 VEG, 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 43 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 A514 VEG registered?

A514 VEG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A514 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A514 VEG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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