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F318 BOA

1989 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,175 mi
Last recorded57,175 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 300110,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF318 BOA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 57,175 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 57,175 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis to floor corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer leaking gas (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2024 56,240 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 55,747 miles

Front Number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 8 Mar 2023 55,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 May 2021 55,718 miles

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

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

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

fuel cap seal slightly perished.

Pass 21 Jan 2020 55,635 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 55,635 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2015 55,536 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 55,486 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 54,797 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 53,350 miles

slight corrosion evident,n/s/rear jacking point.

Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,781 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 49,926 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 47,828 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 45,490 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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F318 BOA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 110,684 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 F318 BOA, 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 37 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 F318 BOA registered?

F318 BOA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F318 BOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F318 BOA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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