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AOD 369T

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Gold Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

81,080 mi
Last recorded81,080 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOD 369T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 81,080 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 81,080 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 79,715 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 78,994 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 78,460 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 77,474 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 76,873 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 76,773 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 75,683 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 75,462 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 75,462 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 74,992 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 74,661 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 74,661 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 74,118 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 74,118 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 73,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 73,416 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 70,989 miles

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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AOD 369T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 92,692 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 AOD 369T, 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 48 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 AOD 369T registered?

AOD 369T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is AOD 369T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOD 369T shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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