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A814 LLN

1983 Mercedes-benz 300

Beige Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,664 mi
Last recorded93,664 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 300153,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA814 LLN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 93,664 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 92,471 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 88,917 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 85,316 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 83,149 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 78,046 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 95,890 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 71,846 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Dec 2011 191,890 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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A814 LLN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300 in Beige with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A814 LLN, 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 A814 LLN registered?

A814 LLN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 24 October 1983.

Is A814 LLN safe to buy?

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