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K358 XEL

1995 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,292 mi
Last recorded87,292 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 300132,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK358 XEL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2022 87,292 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 86,441 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 83,821 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 May 2018 82,771 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2017 81,591 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2016 81,036 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 80,846 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 80,609 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 79,443 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight corrosion on rear metal brake lines

Pass 16 Jan 2013 79,443 miles

slight corrosion on rear metal brake lines

Pass 26 Apr 2011 76,391 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 76,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 17 May 2010 75,872 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 73,786 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 67,599 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 60,537 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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K358 XEL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 132,932 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 K358 XEL, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K358 XEL registered?

K358 XEL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is K358 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K358 XEL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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