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BJD 815T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,656 mi
Last recorded106,656 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJD 815T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 106,656 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 105,660 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2023 103,897 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 101,553 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 99,193 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 97,568 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 96,777 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 94,649 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 94,516 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 94,516 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Road Wheel Weights, Rubbing On Backing Plate

Pass 15 May 2014 92,760 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 92,530 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 92,528 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 90,688 miles

offside rear tyre tread cracking

Fail 5 Dec 2012 90,686 miles

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

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

offside rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 12 Dec 2011 86,367 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 82,425 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 80,009 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 79,885 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 79,981 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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BJD 815T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Black with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 96,121 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 BJD 815T, 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 47 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 BJD 815T?

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What year was BJD 815T registered?

BJD 815T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is BJD 815T safe to buy?

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