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BBW 975Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 300

Gold Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

183,156 mi
Last recorded183,156 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 300125,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBW 975Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 183,156 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 183,156 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 183,075 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 182,975 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 182,736 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 182,498 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 182,485 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 13 Oct 2009 182,139 miles

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

under side of vechicle has had extensive welding and plating

Pass 16 Oct 2008 181,514 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 181,561 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 180,208 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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BBW 975Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 in Gold with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 125,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BBW 975Y, 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 44 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 BBW 975Y registered?

BBW 975Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 October 1982.

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The MOT history for BBW 975Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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