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B2 NDR

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,719 mi
Last recorded60,719 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 NDR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 60,719 miles

All tyres over 20 years old

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 60,706 miles

Offside Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (track rod) split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All tyres over 20 years old

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 60,859 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 60,498 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 60,462 miles

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 8 Jul 2017 60,349 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 60,226 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 60,226 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 59,886 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 59,886 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 59,700 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 59,432 miles

o/s/f h/lamp aim on lower limit at 2% line. adjust srew fault.

Fail 9 Apr 2009 59,432 miles

Nearside Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 59,133 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 58,524 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 55,618 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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B2 NDR is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 101,572 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 B2 NDR, 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 39 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 NDR registered?

B2 NDR is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is B2 NDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 NDR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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