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BNC 932T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,482 mi
Last recorded103,482 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNC 932T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,553cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 103,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 103,479 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 103,295 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 103,275 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 May 2015 102,954 miles

Chassis both sides at front slightly corroded

FRont both floor slightly slightly corroded

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear exhaust mountainning slightly corroded

Slight play in steering joints

chasis both sides at rear slightly corroded

nearside rear floor slightly corroded

offside rear floor slightly corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2013 102,936 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2012 102,780 miles

Handbrake stiff.

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brakes binding.

Slight play in all steering joints.

Slight play in sub frame bushes.

Vehicle has been heavily undersealed not allowing complete inspection for corrosion and components. eg, Brake pipes.

Pass 27 Jul 2010 102,593 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 102,389 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 102,389 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking 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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BNC 932T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BNC 932T, 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 BNC 932T?

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What year was BNC 932T registered?

BNC 932T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 11 October 1978.

Is BNC 932T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNC 932T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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