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YYK 374T

1978 Mercedes-benz 300

Grey Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,377 mi
Last recorded87,377 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYK 374T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2011 87,377 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 87,372 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

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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YYK 374T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 300 in Grey with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YYK 374T, 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.

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What year was YYK 374T registered?

YYK 374T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 18 December 1978.

Is YYK 374T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYK 374T shows 2 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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