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A76 RJL

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,562 mi
Last recorded167,562 miles
Recorded on12 May 2008
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA76 RJL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2008 167,562 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all wheel arches are getting corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2007 162,001 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 162,001 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 154,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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A76 RJL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 101,572 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 A76 RJL, 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 39 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 A76 RJL registered?

A76 RJL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is A76 RJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A76 RJL 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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