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BRA 8T

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 6834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,570 mi
Last recorded77,570 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRA 8T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,834cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 77,570 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 77,550 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 77,532 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 77,512 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 77,486 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 77,461 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 77,448 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 77,435 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 77,425 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 77,416 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 77,411 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 77,402 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 77,388 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 77,371 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 77,358 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 77,353 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 77,344 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 77,336 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 77,326 miles

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

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

all fours tyre worn inside edges rear two close to the limite

Pass 2 Nov 2006 77,308 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 77,302 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

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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BRA 8T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 6,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 92,692 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 BRA 8T, 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 48 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 BRA 8T registered?

BRA 8T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BRA 8T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRA 8T shows 21 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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