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C188 BEC

1986 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,806 mi
Last recorded80,806 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 300100,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC188 BEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 80,806 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 80,806 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 80,463 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 79,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2022 79,478 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 79,478 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 56,081 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 79,478 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 79,478 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 79,478 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped nsr and osr into hoses (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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C188 BEC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 100,452 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 C188 BEC, 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 40 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 C188 BEC registered?

C188 BEC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 3 February 1986.

Is C188 BEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C188 BEC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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