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C11 YCS

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,633 mi
Last recorded80,633 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 YCS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 80,633 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2023 80,629 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 80,004 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 79,999 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 79,683 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 79,675 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 79,400 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 78,902 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 78,489 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 77,764 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 77,214 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 76,227 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 76,031 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosin to o/s sill front & rear but not holed

Pass 14 May 2007 75,821 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 75,623 miles

o/s sill corroded at rear but not holed

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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C11 YCS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 C11 YCS, 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 C11 YCS registered?

C11 YCS is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 23 April 1987.

Is C11 YCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C11 YCS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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