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M435 VRC

2005 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

326,879 mi
Last recorded326,879 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2006
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 30058,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM435 VRC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2006 326,879 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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M435 VRC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 58,920 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 M435 VRC, 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 21 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 M435 VRC registered?

M435 VRC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is M435 VRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M435 VRC shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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