1988 Mercedes 300 Ce MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 300 Ce models manufactured in 1988, based on 838 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1988 Mercedes 300 Ce has an MOT pass rate of 58.4% based on 838 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 133,321 miles on the odometer. With a 41.6% failure rate, the 1988 300 Ce is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1988 Mercedes 300 Ce is Body, chassis, structure, responsible for 0.1% of failures. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs range from £100–500+.
Top failures specific to 1988 models only. The overall 300 Ce page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 133,321 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body & Structure | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1988 Mercedes 300 Ce has an MOT pass rate of 58.4% based on 838 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 133,321 miles on the odometer. With a 41.6% failure rate, the 1988 300 Ce is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1988 Mercedes 300 Ce, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to body, chassis, structure: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely. With an average mileage of 133,321 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Body, chassis, structure — 0.1% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 1988 Mercedes 300 Ce models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.