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CSU 433

1996 Mercedes-benz 300

Yellow Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

64,112 mi
Last recorded64,112 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 300124,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSU 433
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 64,112 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 63,949 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 63,677 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 63,509 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 63,002 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 61,785 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 59,666 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 58,536 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 57,678 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 May 2016 56,297 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 55,499 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 55,129 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 54,997 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 54,992 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 54,905 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 54,676 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2010 54,601 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 54,323 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 51,785 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 51,219 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 49,866 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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CSU 433 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 in Yellow with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 124,185 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 CSU 433, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CSU 433 registered?

CSU 433 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is CSU 433 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSU 433 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CSU 433 have outstanding finance?

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