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HS03 NUX

2002 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 3999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,833 mi
Last recorded28,833 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 30094,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 NUX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 28,833 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering linkage (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering linkage (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 28 Sep 2015 28,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering linkage (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering linkage (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 24 May 2013 28,807 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2013 28,807 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,752 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 18 Mar 2008 27,344 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both rear tyres perished on surface hand brake effort could be improved lever close to travel limits

Pass 24 Aug 2006 24,536 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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HS03 NUX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 3,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 94,448 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 HS03 NUX, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HS03 NUX registered?

HS03 NUX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HS03 NUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 NUX 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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