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PMY 132W

1980 Mercedes-benz 300

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

147,044 mi
Last recorded147,044 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2005
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 300133,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 132W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2005 147,044 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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PMY 132W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 133,137 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 PMY 132W, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PMY 132W registered?

PMY 132W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is PMY 132W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 132W 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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