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CFM 8

1987 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,873 mi
Last recorded45,873 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 300101,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFM 8
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 45,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 44,798 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 44,305 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 44,303 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2012 44,186 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 44,062 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 43,932 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 43,582 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 43,159 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2007 42,592 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 42,238 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 41,336 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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CFM 8 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CFM 8, 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 CFM 8 registered?

CFM 8 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 9 November 1987.

Is CFM 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFM 8 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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