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E226 HCD

1996 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,345 mi
Last recorded68,345 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 300124,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE226 HCD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 68,345 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 67,653 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 67,264 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 67,240 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 May 2010 66,877 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 63,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 60,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2007 57,406 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 54,240 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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E226 HCD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E226 HCD, 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

How do I check the history of E226 HCD?

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What year was E226 HCD registered?

E226 HCD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is E226 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E226 HCD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E226 HCD have outstanding finance?

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