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B2 LBW

1991 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

136,846 mi
Last recorded136,846 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 300132,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 LBW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 136,846 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2016 136,846 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 136,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 132,419 miles

Oil leak from engine

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 132,292 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 130,502 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust rubbers cracked not yet broken

Fail 12 Dec 2009 130,502 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust rubbers cracked not yet broken

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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B2 LBW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 132,334 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 B2 LBW, 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 35 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 B2 LBW registered?

B2 LBW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 14 June 1991.

Is B2 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 LBW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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