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T127 HTP

1999 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

285,266 mi
Last recorded285,266 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 300123,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT127 HTP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 285,266 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Front coil spring top mounting corroded

Offside Front tyre is devoid of tread on outside edge

Pass 30 Nov 2016 279,443 miles

Corrosion to bodywork

General underbody corrosion

Offside rear boot flooring corroded

Rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 30 Nov 2015 273,870 miles

Corrosion to offside rear door

Pass 12 Nov 2014 267,047 miles

numberplates poor condition

rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 21 Oct 2013 259,649 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

boot flooring corroded

corrosion to rear wheelarches/doors and tailgate

offside front tyre worn inner edge

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2013 259,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

boot flooring corroded

corrosion to rear wheelarches/doors and tailgate

offside front tyre worn inner edge

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2012 252,535 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mounting in poor condition

Pass 31 Oct 2011 243,924 miles

general underbody corrosion

rear exhaust mount in poor condition

Pass 28 Oct 2010 237,177 miles

Oil leak

corrosion to bodywork

Pass 30 Oct 2009 228,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear number plates fading

offside/nearside front wheelarches corroding

rear tailgate corroding

temporay repair offside door mirror

underside of vehicle covered in mud

Pass 27 Oct 2008 206,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 3 Oct 2007 187,127 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 159,978 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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T127 HTP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 123,357 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 T127 HTP, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T127 HTP registered?

T127 HTP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is T127 HTP safe to buy?

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