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UJN 542V

1980 Mercedes-benz 300

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,684 mi
Last recorded137,684 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 300133,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJN 542V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 137,684 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 137,682 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 137,684 miles

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 13 Oct 2014 137,684 miles

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

Nearside Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 137,681 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 137,683 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 137,684 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 137,683 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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UJN 542V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300 in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 UJN 542V, 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 UJN 542V registered?

UJN 542V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is UJN 542V safe to buy?

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