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RBJ 726F

1965 Mercedes-benz 300

White Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,311 mi
Last recorded27,311 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2017
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz 30027,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBJ 726F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2017 27,311 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Jun 2016 27,215 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2016 27,215 miles
Pass 17 May 2015 27,082 miles

centre track rod ball joint worn

exhaust rubbers splitting

Pass 5 Mar 2014 28,980 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 26,765 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 26,410 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 26,278 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2006 26,144 miles

Centre Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

several oil leaks

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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RBJ 726F is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 27,488 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 RBJ 726F, 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 61 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RBJ 726F registered?

RBJ 726F is a 1965 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 23 March 1965.

Is RBJ 726F safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBJ 726F shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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