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BMM 274T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

132,814 mi
Last recorded132,814 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMM 274T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 132,814 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 132,814 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 132,653 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 132,337 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 131,822 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 131,607 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 131,530 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 129,498 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 125,640 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 124,988 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 124,298 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 123,614 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 123,614 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 123,221 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 122,847 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 122,676 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 122,676 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Apr 2006 122,676 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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BMM 274T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 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 BMM 274T, 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 48 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 BMM 274T?

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What year was BMM 274T registered?

BMM 274T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 3 October 1978.

Is BMM 274T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMM 274T shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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