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GIL 8029

1982 Mercedes-benz 300

Gold Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

158,336 mi
Last recorded158,336 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 300125,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 8029
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 158,336 miles

FRESH UNDER SEAL

Pass 2 Jun 2023 156,917 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 155,169 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 155,126 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2021 153,933 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 153,906 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 153,254 miles

FRESH UNDERSEAL

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 152,629 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 149,530 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 147,573 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 145,533 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

under vehicle excessively under sealed

Fail 29 Mar 2016 145,533 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

under vehicle excessively under sealed

Pass 27 Mar 2015 143,949 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 143,941 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 140,417 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 137,520 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 134,151 miles

well under sealed

Pass 10 Mar 2011 130,230 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 126,670 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 122,307 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 117,710 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 117,710 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 113,581 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 113,580 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 109,585 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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GIL 8029 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 in Gold with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 GIL 8029, 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 GIL 8029 registered?

GIL 8029 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is GIL 8029 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 8029 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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