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OIL 7411

1982 Mercedes-benz 300

Red Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,845 mi
Last recorded17,845 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 300125,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 7411
MakeMercedes-benz
Model300
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2023 17,845 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2016 17,845 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing, chassis mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings above axle not attatched (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings above axle not attatched (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both hoses to axle (3.6.B.4e)

Body has slight corrosion everywhere (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 17,845 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 17,845 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 17,845 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 17,845 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 17,854 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 17,845 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 17,845 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 17,845 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 17,845 miles
Fail 10 May 2007

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2006 17,845 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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OIL 7411 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300 in Red with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OIL 7411, 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.

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What year was OIL 7411 registered?

OIL 7411 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 300, first registered on 5 August 1982.

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