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BNZ 450

1980 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,508 mi
Last recorded73,508 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 45088,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 450
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 73,508 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 69,233 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 69,139 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases link pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe bush's worn. (rear)

Nearside seal rusty

Offside Rear seal rusty

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 69,006 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 68,906 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 68,906 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Jan 2016 68,808 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 68,113 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 67,617 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 67,500 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 67,363 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 66,907 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 66,407 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 65,689 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 63,997 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 62,301 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 62,285 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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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BNZ 450 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 88,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BNZ 450, 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 46 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 BNZ 450 registered?

BNZ 450 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BNZ 450 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 450 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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