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B8 RHR

1991 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,330 mi
Last recorded166,330 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 300132,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 RHR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2012 166,330 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion offside front inner wing

Fail 17 Jun 2011 164,297 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 164,297 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 162,200 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 160,764 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 159,530 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 159,523 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 158,713 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 157,710 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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B8 RHR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B8 RHR, 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.

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What year was B8 RHR registered?

B8 RHR is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 26 April 1991.

Is B8 RHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 RHR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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