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BMO 897T

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,400 mi
Last recorded76,400 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2007
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMO 897T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2007 76,400 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 76,400 miles

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

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

Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 76,345 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 76,341 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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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BMO 897T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 95,638 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 BMO 897T, 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 47 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 BMO 897T registered?

BMO 897T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 10 January 1979.

Is BMO 897T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMO 897T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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