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P558 JEO

1996 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

121,071 mi
Last recorded121,071 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 300124,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP558 JEO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 121,071 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 120,641 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 120,057 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 115,161 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 109,837 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 104,721 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 100,349 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 97,358 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 91,143 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 86,953 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 86,713 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 83,134 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 80,331 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2005 73,899 miles

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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P558 JEO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 P558 JEO, 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 P558 JEO?

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What year was P558 JEO registered?

P558 JEO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P558 JEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P558 JEO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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