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23 GLR

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,232 mi
Last recorded130,232 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration23 GLR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 130,232 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 129,616 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 128,958 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 128,645 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 128,279 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 128,179 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 128,038 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 128,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 127,973 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 127,070 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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23 GLR is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 23 GLR, 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 23 GLR?

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What year was 23 GLR registered?

23 GLR is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 15 November 1978.

Is 23 GLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 23 GLR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 23 GLR have outstanding finance?

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