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LVH 617

2009 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,739 mi
Last recorded87,739 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz 30048,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVH 617
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 87,739 miles

Heavyily coated in mud underneath

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 80,216 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2024 72,957 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded, N/S/F feels bad behind cover (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2024 72,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded, N/S/F feels bad behind cover (1.1.11 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive under tray damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 25 May 2023 65,351 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Quite bad (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

N/S/F Tyres outer sidewall damaged

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 58,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 58,845 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 53,928 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 51,706 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 48,977 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

O/S/R & both front tyres splitting on inner sidewalls

Pass 30 May 2018 45,371 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 41,459 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 37,544 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 34,074 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,953 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 27,984 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 23,993 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 23,993 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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LVH 617 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 48,490 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 LVH 617, 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 17 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 LVH 617 registered?

LVH 617 is a 2009 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 19 November 2009.

Is LVH 617 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVH 617 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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