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A586 POW

1984 Mercedes-benz 300

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

182,489 mi
Last recorded182,489 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 300134,099 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA586 POW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 182,489 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 182,350 miles

Nearside Rear slight bind

possible fuel leak

Pass 9 Sep 2016 181,788 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 181,384 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 178,222 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 178,221 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 173,312 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 189,737 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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A586 POW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 A586 POW, 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 A586 POW registered?

A586 POW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 19 January 1984.

Is A586 POW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A586 POW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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