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URT 188F

2003 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Petrol 6329cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,035 mi
Last recorded99,035 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 300102,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURT 188F
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,329cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 99,035 miles

o/s & n/s front inner sills corroded

Fail 16 Jul 2010 98,947 miles

Drivers seat back loose but secure

Drivers sun visor removed

Indicator flash rate is only just reaching min 1 flash per second (60 per min )

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 98,947 miles

Drivers seat back loose but secure

Drivers sun visor removed

Indicator flash rate is only just reaching min 1 flash per second (60 per min )

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 97,769 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 97,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 96,393 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 96,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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URT 188F is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 6,329cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 102,604 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 URT 188F, 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 23 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 URT 188F registered?

URT 188F is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is URT 188F safe to buy?

The MOT history for URT 188F shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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