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698 JGT

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,129 mi
Last recorded33,129 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration698 JGT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2021 33,129 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

REAR DIFF OIL LEAK BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,312 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 31,986 miles

engine/gearbox and diff have a misting of oil

Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,762 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 31,136 miles

Oil leak from rear diff

Pass 1 Aug 2013 30,803 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 30,536 miles

oil leak on diff

oil leak on engine

Pass 2 Aug 2011 30,440 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 29,759 miles

nearside front tyre nearing limit

Pass 6 May 2009 29,321 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low

slight corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Pass 8 May 2008 28,839 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 28,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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698 JGT is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 698 JGT, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 698 JGT registered?

698 JGT is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 24 September 1971.

Is 698 JGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 698 JGT shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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