1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 3.0L Diesel · A246 SYX
1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 (3.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Oct 1983. Recorded mileage 170,092 miles. MOT expired on 03 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 300
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,092 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A246 SYX Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2023
- 170,092 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A246 SYX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 (A246 SYX) between May 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.1.3 (d))”; “Nearside Front Outer Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.1.3 (d))”; “Nearside Front Inner Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.1.3 (d))”.
A246 SYX Mileage History
- 03/05/2022168,802 mi
- 04/05/2022168,804 mi+2 mi
- 05/05/2023170,092 mi+1,288 mi
Average of roughly 1,285 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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