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BNZ 4981

1990 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,042 mi
Last recorded136,042 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 300134,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 4981
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2006 136,042 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 136,042 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 131,974 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 131,974 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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BNZ 4981 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 134,146 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 BNZ 4981, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 4981?

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What year was BNZ 4981 registered?

BNZ 4981 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 29 January 1990.

Is BNZ 4981 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 4981 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 4981 have outstanding finance?

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