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DFU 37Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 300

Blue Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,175 mi
Last recorded176,175 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 300125,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFU 37Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 176,175 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008
Pass 20 Dec 2006 175,950 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 175,950 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DFU 37Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 in Blue with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DFU 37Y, 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 DFU 37Y registered?

DFU 37Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is DFU 37Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFU 37Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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