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697 UYH

1956 Mercedes-benz 300

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,071 mi
Last recorded86,071 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

Registration697 UYH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1956
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2024 86,071 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 85,956 miles

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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697 UYH is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 300 in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 697 UYH, 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 70 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 697 UYH registered?

697 UYH is a 1956 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1956.

Is 697 UYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 697 UYH shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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