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GOJ 98W

1980 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,840 mi
Last recorded61,840 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 300133,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOJ 98W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 61,840 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 61,524 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 61,457 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jan 2014 61,457 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2012 61,390 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 61,374 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insicure

Main beam warning light not working

Near side and off side Rear wheel arch to floor corrosion as marked

Pass 7 Nov 2006 61,369 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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GOJ 98W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 133,137 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 GOJ 98W, 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 46 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 GOJ 98W registered?

GOJ 98W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GOJ 98W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOJ 98W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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