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OV52 PXU

2002 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,864 mi
Last recorded134,864 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2007
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 30094,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 PXU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2007 134,864 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 134,862 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 110,972 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 82,719 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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OV52 PXU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OV52 PXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV52 PXU registered?

OV52 PXU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is OV52 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 PXU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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