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T662 XUY

1999 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

147,004 mi
Last recorded147,004 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 300123,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT662 XUY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2015 147,004 miles

Auxillary belt poor condition

Corrosion to rear subframe and components

Front roll bar link D bushes deteriorated

Heavy corrosion to rear coil springs

Heavy engine oil leak

N/s/r jacking pad missing

O/s/f ride height sensor broken

Oil leak from rear differntial

Rear brake discs and pads worn close to service limits

Fail 10 Feb 2015 146,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Auxillary belt poor condition

Corrosion to rear subframe and components

Front roll bar link D bushes deteriorated

Heavy corrosion to rear coil springs

Heavy engine oil leak

N/s/r jacking pad missing

O/s/f ride height sensor broken

Oil leak from rear differntial

Rear brake discs and pads worn close to service limits

Pass 28 Feb 2014 137,898 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front & nearside rear tyres perished.

Fail 25 Feb 2014 137,898 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front & nearside rear tyres perished.

Pass 4 Feb 2009 132,672 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

dampness to offside headlamp

offside wing mirror backing loose

slight play in steering rack

Fail 4 Feb 2009 132,664 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

dampness to offside headlamp

nearside rear upper sidelight not working

offside wing mirror backing loose

slight play in steering rack

Pass 9 Jan 2008 115,114 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 101,143 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2006 101,143 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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T662 XUY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 T662 XUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T662 XUY registered?

T662 XUY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T662 XUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for T662 XUY shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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