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GEO 975X

1982 Mercedes-benz 300

Green Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,041 mi
Last recorded45,041 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 300125,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEO 975X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 45,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Underbody, sills and chassis covered in substances

Pass 10 Aug 2017 44,787 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Nov 2014 44,028 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2013 42,152 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front brake discs rusty

fuel tank straps corroded

rear diff pipes corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2011 37,649 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

front n umber plate slight damaged

under front wings corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2010 29,297 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 13,887 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 98,723 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 83,282 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 83,203 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 68,215 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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GEO 975X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 in Green with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GEO 975X, 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

How do I check the history of GEO 975X?

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What year was GEO 975X registered?

GEO 975X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 27 April 1982.

Is GEO 975X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEO 975X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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