Mercedes 300 Te Auto (1987)
1987 Mercedes 300 Te Auto
CarHunch is tracking 458 1987 Mercedes 300 Te Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
Every single one of the 458 Mercedes 300 TE Autos in this cohort failed its MOT on first attempt — a stark contrast to the 80% UK average pass rate — and none have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which at least suggests structural and safety systems remain sound despite their age. The zero pass rate almost certainly reflects the vehicle's 37-year age; by 1987 standards these were built to last, but meeting modern emissions and wear standards is another matter entirely.
These cars carry a median CarHunch score of 50, indicating they're genuinely difficult propositions for everyday ownership. If you're considering one, budget for comprehensive pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes specialist and expect MOT preparation work before any test; a 0% first-time pass rate means this is a restoration or enthusiast project, not transport you can buy and drive home.
We have 458 1987 Mercedes 300 Te Auto vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1987 Mercedes 300 Te Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Mercedes 300 Te Auto
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 456 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
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