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BPG 797T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,244 mi
Last recorded66,244 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2011
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPG 797T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2011 66,244 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 65,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 65,034 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 64,446 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2007 63,880 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 63,265 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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BPG 797T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BPG 797T, 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 BPG 797T?

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What year was BPG 797T registered?

BPG 797T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 16 March 1979.

Is BPG 797T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPG 797T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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