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AWU 207K

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

Green Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,542 mi
Last recorded165,542 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 207K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 165,542 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 165,359 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 165,167 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 164,959 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

corrosion to offside front flooring

Pass 25 Jun 2013 164,652 miles

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

centre exhaust hanger loose

corossion to nearside front flooring

Pass 25 Jun 2012 164,368 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 164,126 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 164,126 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 163,972 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 163,523 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 163,031 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 162,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 161,859 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 161,282 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2005 161,281 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

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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AWU 207K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in Green with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AWU 207K, 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

How do I check the history of AWU 207K?

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What year was AWU 207K registered?

AWU 207K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 10 August 1971.

Is AWU 207K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 207K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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