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A8 VRA

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Lpg 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,670 mi
Last recorded162,670 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VRA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2006 162,670 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 162,670 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

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

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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A8 VRA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A8 VRA, 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 A8 VRA registered?

A8 VRA is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 9 March 1990.

Is A8 VRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VRA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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