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BWP 774M

1974 Mercedes-benz 450

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

96,341 mi
Last recorded96,341 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 45091,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 774M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 96,341 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 96,127 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 95,990 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 95,510 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 95,132 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 94,403 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 93,488 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2015 92,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 92,265 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 90,779 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 90,147 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 90,145 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 89,111 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 88,400 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 87,316 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 86,167 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 86,167 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 85,103 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 84,984 miles

both rear tyres have cracks appearing in side walls

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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BWP 774M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 450 in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 91,522 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 BWP 774M, 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 52 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 BWP 774M registered?

BWP 774M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 13 June 1974.

Is BWP 774M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 774M shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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