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L321 VFL

1994 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

69,252 mi
Last recorded69,252 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 300117,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL321 VFL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 69,252 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 65,346 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 259,111 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 257,150 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 252,463 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

rear silencer started to deteriate

Pass 4 Jan 2011 243,712 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 234,438 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 226,000 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 217,226 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2007 217,010 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 208,371 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside bottom swivel joint play

Pass 22 Dec 2005 199,122 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 199,115 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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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L321 VFL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 117,281 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 L321 VFL, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L321 VFL registered?

L321 VFL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 10 February 1994.

Is L321 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L321 VFL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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