1986 Mercedes 300 3.0L Petrol · C181 CTP
1986 Mercedes 300 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/02/1986. Recorded mileage 90,014 miles. MOT valid until 31/10/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES 300
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,014 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1986
- Engine
- 3000cc
C181 CTP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2025
- 90,014 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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C181 CTP Mileage History
- 22/10/202189,260 mi
- 01/11/202289,528 mi+268 mi
- 12/10/202389,678 mi+150 mi
- 21/10/202489,944 mi+266 mi
- 29/10/202590,014 mi+70 mi
Average of roughly 188 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
C181 CTP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Mercedes 300 (C181 CTP) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
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