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BRN 994V

1980 Mercedes-benz 450

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,967 mi
Last recorded44,967 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 45088,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRN 994V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 44,967 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 44,237 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 44,211 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 44,008 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 43,988 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 43,940 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 43,907 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 43,430 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 43,271 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 42,614 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 41,937 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 41,122 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 40,214 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 39,626 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 38,555 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 37,436 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 36,810 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 36,214 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 34,309 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 34,303 miles

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

engine has slight oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2006 34,290 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 34,290 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

slight fraying on n/s/f seat belt

Pass 13 Sep 2005 34,166 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

oil leak

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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BRN 994V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BRN 994V, 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 BRN 994V registered?

BRN 994V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is BRN 994V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRN 994V shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BRN 994V have outstanding finance?

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