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B12 EMJ

1992 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

113,632 mi
Last recorded113,632 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 300133,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 EMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 113,632 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 113,197 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 113,197 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2020 113,167 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 113,030 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 113,012 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 112,977 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 112,696 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 112,447 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 111,944 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 111,515 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 111,180 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 109,261 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 109,261 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 108,481 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 107,156 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 104,368 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 97,506 miles

clean and protect rear brake pipes

Pass 16 Dec 2005 90,796 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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B12 EMJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 133,012 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 B12 EMJ, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B12 EMJ?

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What year was B12 EMJ registered?

B12 EMJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is B12 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B12 EMJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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