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BNZ 929

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

78,727 mi
Last recorded78,727 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 929
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 78,727 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 78,658 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 78,603 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 78,086 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 77,494 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 76,782 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 75,569 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 75,569 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 75,516 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 74,790 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 73,963 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 73,893 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 73,723 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 73,330 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 90,202 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 90,130 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2006 90,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 929 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BNZ 929, 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

How do I check the history of BNZ 929?

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What year was BNZ 929 registered?

BNZ 929 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 6 May 1987.

Is BNZ 929 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 929 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 929 have outstanding finance?

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