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L20 JEF

2006 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

71,129 mi
Last recorded71,129 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 30064,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 JEF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 71,129 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2025 71,129 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 69,693 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 65,909 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 61,597 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 59,393 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 59,382 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 56,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,575 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 50,497 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 46,493 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 41,588 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 37,499 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 33,294 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 29,446 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,890 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 21,714 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 17,656 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,842 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 14,827 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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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L20 JEF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 64,496 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 L20 JEF, 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 20 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 L20 JEF registered?

L20 JEF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is L20 JEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 JEF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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