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JRV 531X

1981 Mercedes-benz 300

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,247 mi
Last recorded171,247 miles
Recorded on11 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 300172,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 531X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2007 171,247 miles

corrosion to offside front inner wing

front number plate cracked

nearside front bumper cover missing

offside front outer sill corroded

rear floor corroded

Fail 1 May 2007 171,149 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

corrosion to offside front inner wing

front number plate cracked

nearside front bumper cover missing

offside front outer sill corroded

rear floor corroded

Pass 27 May 2006 166,199 miles

both outer sills corroded

Fail 22 May 2006 166,175 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

both outer sills corroded

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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JRV 531X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 172,105 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 JRV 531X, 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 45 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 JRV 531X registered?

JRV 531X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is JRV 531X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRV 531X shows 4 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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