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CFV 130V

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Cream Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,474 mi
Last recorded139,474 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFV 130V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 139,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake has slight bind

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Sill corroded

Pass 15 May 2017 139,167 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (7.1.2)

Offside Front Sill corroded

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front sub frame bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 138,475 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 138,405 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 138,233 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 137,715 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 137,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 137,069 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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CFV 130V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Cream with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 96,121 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 CFV 130V, 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 47 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 CFV 130V registered?

CFV 130V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 3 September 1979.

Is CFV 130V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFV 130V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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