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148 DJU

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Brown Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,741 mi
Last recorded124,741 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration148 DJU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2018 124,741 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 124,530 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 124,437 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 124,362 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 124,283 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 124,030 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 123,965 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 123,666 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 123,318 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 123,016 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 122,655 miles

Centre Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 May 2007 122,307 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 16 May 2006 121,654 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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148 DJU is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Brown with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 148 DJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 148 DJU?

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What year was 148 DJU registered?

148 DJU is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is 148 DJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 148 DJU shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 148 DJU have outstanding finance?

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