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GJ61 WDP

2011 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 2966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,753 mi
Last recorded79,753 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz 30093,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 WDP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,966cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 79,753 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 70,324 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 70,324 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect - Bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 62,935 miles

All the tyres inner edges are splitting

N,s head light lens dim due to inner lens

Small chip to the front windscreen

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2023 62,935 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All the tyres inner edges are splitting

N,s head light lens dim due to inner lens

N,s upper stop light not working

Oil leak

Small chip to the front windscreen

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2022 59,574 miles

exhaust clamp broken

Pass 21 Sep 2021 54,200 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 47,122 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 47,121 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease advise early attention (6.1.7 (g) (i))

number plate warning light on but lights ok further investigation needed

service early warning light on

Pass 17 Dec 2019 42,539 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2018 37,692 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2017 33,117 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 28,475 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2015 23,488 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 18,871 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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GJ61 WDP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,966cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 93,795 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 GJ61 WDP, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ61 WDP registered?

GJ61 WDP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is GJ61 WDP safe to buy?

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