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UVW 951R

1977 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

161,989 mi
Last recorded161,989 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2009
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 300136,919 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVW 951R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2009 161,989 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 161,961 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 161,941 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Slight play in the steering.

The front suspension rubbers are rracking.

The n/s rear door is not opening.

The o/s front sill is rusty and holed.

Pass 4 Apr 2006 158,835 miles

Advise wipers.

Front eat belts starting to fray.

Slight play in front suspension.

Slight play in steering.

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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UVW 951R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 136,919 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 UVW 951R, 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 49 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 UVW 951R registered?

UVW 951R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 15 April 1977.

Is UVW 951R safe to buy?

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