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BSN 400V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 6834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

140,418 mi
Last recorded140,418 miles
Recorded on20 May 2006
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSN 400V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,834cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2006 140,418 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

battery insecure

low reading from rear service brakes

oil leak

park barke warning lamp intermitant

Fail 31 Mar 2006 140,417 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

may have P.A.S/suspension fluid leak

park brake warning lamp intermitant

un able to test rear seat security (removed at time of test)

Fail 31 Jan 2006 140,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

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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BSN 400V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 6,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 95,638 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 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSN 400V, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BSN 400V?

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What year was BSN 400V registered?

BSN 400V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BSN 400V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSN 400V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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