1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 3.0L Petrol · E588 VFJ
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1987. Recorded mileage 58,603 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 300
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,603 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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E588 VFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
- 58,603 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E588 VFJ 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (E588 VFJ) between October 2021 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 March 2026 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: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
E588 VFJ Mileage History
- 27/10/202157,945 mi
- 18/04/202358,317 mi+372 mi
- 04/03/202558,247 mi-70 mi
- 17/03/202658,587 mi+340 mi
- 27/03/202658,603 mi+16 mi
Average of roughly 149 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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