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F177 OLD

1988 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,352 mi
Last recorded96,352 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 300103,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF177 OLD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 96,352 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 95,758 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 95,462 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 95,142 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 95,122 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 95,121 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 95,121 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 94,978 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 94,978 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 94,457 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 94,297 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 93,408 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 92,875 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 92,875 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F177 OLD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 103,125 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 F177 OLD, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F177 OLD?

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What year was F177 OLD registered?

F177 OLD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 13 October 1988.

Is F177 OLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F177 OLD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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