1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 3.0L Diesel · A864 OHG

The 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 passed its most recent MOT on 29 January 2024 at 29,457 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend and a clean roadworthiness status as of that test date. The single available record shows no advisories or failures across the vehicle's lifespan on file, which suggests the keeper presented a sound example at last inspection roughly thirty months before today's review. Recorded mileage stands at 29,457 after around 42 years, equating to approximately 701 miles per year. The January 2024 test captured the same 29,457 miles as the only entry supplied, so no accumulation pattern or gap can be judged beyond confirming exceptionally low use for the age. Sparse history prevents trend analysis, but the low figure implies long stationary periods rather than regular touring. A buyer should still inspect structural integrity and corrosion on the underbody and suspension mounts, as a 42-year-old Mercedes left standing will suffer rust where moisture gathers even after a clean test. Check the brake discs, calipers, and suspension bushes for seizure or perishing from inactivity, and verify the exhaust emissions system remains unmodified and sound. Given the clean 2024 pass and minimal mileage, previous ownership appears to have stored the car with basic care rather than neglected it outright. Commission an independent inspection of the fuel lines, coolant hoses, and tyre sidewalls before purchase, since rubber components degrade with age irrespective of the odometer.