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B325 PJC

1985 Mercedes-benz 300

Beige Diesel 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

283,165 mi
Last recorded283,165 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 30091,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB325 PJC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,996cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 283,165 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 283,165 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not White with black lettering (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not Yellow with black lettering (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 282,924 miles

All front suspension rubbers perishing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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B325 PJC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 300 in Beige with a 2,996cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 91,915 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 B325 PJC, 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 41 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 B325 PJC registered?

B325 PJC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B325 PJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B325 PJC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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