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N313 PYJ

1996 Mercedes-benz 300

Maroon Diesel 2966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,913 mi
Last recorded34,913 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2006
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 300124,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN313 PYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,966cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,913 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 33,933 miles

Air suspension unit supply pipe corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Oil leak at differential oil seal.

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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N313 PYJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 in Maroon with a 2,966cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 124,185 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 N313 PYJ, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N313 PYJ?

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What year was N313 PYJ registered?

N313 PYJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N313 PYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N313 PYJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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