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T420 TBB

1999 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,416 mi
Last recorded97,416 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 300123,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT420 TBB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 97,416 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 96,141 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 95,123 miles

UNDERCARRIAGE SHOWING CORROSION

Pass 14 Mar 2014 93,151 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 93,150 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 94,268 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2013 94,268 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 91,210 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 91,210 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 88,123 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 86,441 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 84,364 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 80,868 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 72,166 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 72,166 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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T420 TBB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T420 TBB, 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 T420 TBB registered?

T420 TBB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T420 TBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T420 TBB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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