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BVS 71S

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,044 mi
Last recorded144,044 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVS 71S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 144,044 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 143,811 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 143,561 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

service brake 50%

Fail 20 May 2016 143,588 miles

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

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2015 143,378 miles

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 9 May 2014 143,081 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 142,672 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 142,489 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 142,347 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 142,175 miles

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

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 142,055 miles

noise in steering system

Pass 14 Mar 2007 141,890 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Mar 2006 141,669 miles

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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BVS 71S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 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 BVS 71S, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVS 71S registered?

BVS 71S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 17 June 1978.

Is BVS 71S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVS 71S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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