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CCC 343C

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,052 mi
Last recorded72,052 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCC 343C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 72,052 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 70,313 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 70,313 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point/ sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point/sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point/sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 68,293 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 66,642 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box wet (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 64,796 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 64,783 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 64,710 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 62,831 miles

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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CCC 343C is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CCC 343C, 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

How do I check the history of CCC 343C?

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What year was CCC 343C registered?

CCC 343C is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is CCC 343C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCC 343C shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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