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2WHR917

1975 Mercedes-benz 450

Silver Petrol 8cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,733 mi
Last recorded171,733 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 45087,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration2WHR917
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine8cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 171,733 miles

No rear seat fitted at time of test

Fail 18 Feb 2019 171,732 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

No rear seat fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 450?

Based on 6,678 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 294
brake binding 289
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Headlamp aim too low 199
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2WHR917 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 450 in Silver with a 8cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 87,620 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2WHR917, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 450 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2WHR917 registered?

2WHR917 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is 2WHR917 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2WHR917 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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