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YYB 614S

1978 Mercedes-benz 300

Black Diesel 3005cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,480 mi
Last recorded59,480 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYB 614S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,005cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 59,480 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 59,474 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 59,362 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 58,717 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 57,392 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 56,061 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 55,392 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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YYB 614S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 300 in Black with a 3,005cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YYB 614S, 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 48 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 YYB 614S registered?

YYB 614S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YYB 614S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYB 614S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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