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A57 JPB

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

264,955 mi
Last recorded264,955 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA57 JPB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 264,955 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 14 May 2012 264,951 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 260,583 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 254,213 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 240,512 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 240,512 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 232,743 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 232,743 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 220,291 miles

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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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A57 JPB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A57 JPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A57 JPB?

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What year was A57 JPB registered?

A57 JPB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 7 March 1984.

Is A57 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A57 JPB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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