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A539 GLM

1983 Mercedes-benz 300

Yellow Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,228 mi
Last recorded22,228 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2008
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 300153,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA539 GLM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2008 22,228 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2007 22,143 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 21,842 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2005 21,819 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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A539 GLM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300 in Yellow with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A539 GLM, 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 A539 GLM registered?

A539 GLM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is A539 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A539 GLM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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