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LN51 USZ

2002 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,197 mi
Last recorded148,197 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 30094,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 USZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2010 148,197 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 148,193 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 May 2010 337,496 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 337,496 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 279,710 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 279,560 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2008 214,939 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 214,939 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2007 144,570 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 83,871 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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LN51 USZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LN51 USZ, 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 LN51 USZ registered?

LN51 USZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is LN51 USZ safe to buy?

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