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AV61 BJY

2011 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,614 mi
Last recorded139,614 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 30093,795 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 BJY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 139,614 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 129,115 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 124,942 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 117,012 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 117,012 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 105,097 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 90,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s door mirror indicator ,very dull only half working

Pass 14 Jun 2019 80,098 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 80,097 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides low ( 265/45/20, avon fitted all round (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 63,091 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 63,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre wear to edges

Offside Front tyre wear to edge

Pass 17 Sep 2016 39,196 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 31,222 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 22,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AV61 BJY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 93,795 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 AV61 BJY, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV61 BJY registered?

AV61 BJY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is AV61 BJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 BJY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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