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UEX 863W

1980 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

167,945 mi
Last recorded167,945 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 300133,137 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEX 863W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2008 167,945 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 167,937 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

drivers seat cushion collapsed

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 6 Dec 2007 167,919 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 167,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery charge light on

rear suspension low

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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UEX 863W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 UEX 863W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UEX 863W registered?

UEX 863W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 6 November 1980.

Is UEX 863W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEX 863W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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