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A792 KKK

1983 Mercedes-benz 300

Cream Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

126,341 mi
Last recorded126,341 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 300153,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA792 KKK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 126,341 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 125,888 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 125,886 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2019 123,240 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 123,240 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements grating (7.7 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 119,687 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 117,864 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 115,105 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 113,597 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 108,416 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2014 102,214 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 94,186 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 87,345 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 87,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 80,752 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 73,215 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 73,215 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 67,403 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 62,220 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 62,220 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 56,468 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 53,489 miles

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

nearside front bottom ball joint dust cover split

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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A792 KKK is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300 in Cream with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A792 KKK, 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 A792 KKK registered?

A792 KKK is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A792 KKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A792 KKK shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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