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644 WHT

1973 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,341 mi
Last recorded33,341 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 450116,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration644 WHT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 33,341 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 33,215 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 32,749 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 32,495 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 31,915 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 May 2013 31,905 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wheel arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 May 2012 31,057 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2011 30,480 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,064 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 27,627 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 27,620 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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644 WHT is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 116,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 644 WHT, 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 53 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 644 WHT registered?

644 WHT is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is 644 WHT safe to buy?

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