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A5 GES

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,048 mi
Last recorded92,048 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 GES
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2019 92,048 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 91,959 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components.

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 17 Aug 2017 90,680 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 85,691 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 80,719 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 75,172 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 72,668 miles

Oil leak

hydraulic fluid level low

reduced damping from front shock absorbers

Pass 2 Aug 2012 69,469 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 65,792 miles

offside rear suspension sensor lever adrift

Pass 17 Aug 2010 60,936 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 54,348 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 52,317 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 52,229 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 51,930 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 51,828 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A5 GES is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 134,146 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 A5 GES, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 GES registered?

A5 GES is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 9 October 1990.

Is A5 GES safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 GES shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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