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NAB 747D

1979 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,317 mi
Last recorded27,317 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 30082,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAB 747D
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,317 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 27,317 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,504 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 21,154 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 21,154 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,734 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 19,435 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 19,328 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2011 19,320 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,893 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,790 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 16,186 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 11,392 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 11,361 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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NAB 747D is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 82,650 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 NAB 747D, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NAB 747D?

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What year was NAB 747D registered?

NAB 747D is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is NAB 747D safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAB 747D shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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