MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
174,285 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.C2)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 300?
Based on 170,654 MOT tests across 18,208 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G283 SBV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,966cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 G283 SBV, 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.
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What year was G283 SBV registered?
G283 SBV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 22 September 1989.
Is G283 SBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for G283 SBV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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