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AOI 4785

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

216,321 mi
Last recorded216,321 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2021
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOI 4785
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2021 216,321 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Surface corrosion on chassis rails

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 215,973 miles

Both front wings rusted

Pass 6 Jul 2016 215,874 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 214,604 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 212,948 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 211,320 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 210,062 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 209,579 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2011 209,579 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 205,843 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 200,423 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 197,671 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2007 196,028 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 193,301 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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AOI 4785 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AOI 4785, 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 AOI 4785 registered?

AOI 4785 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 9 October 1990.

Is AOI 4785 safe to buy?

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