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COD 6C

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,331 mi
Last recorded98,331 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOD 6C
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 98,331 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 97,400 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2013 95,734 miles

as had repiars to both floor pans and as been undersealed , but seem solid

front screen as small crack on n/s/f

Fail 18 Dec 2013 95,734 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

as had repiars to both floor pans and as been undersealed , but seem solid

brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front screen as small crack on n/s/f

Fail 27 Nov 2013 95,734 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s floor / chassi as had a repair but seems solid

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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COD 6C is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 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 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying COD 6C, 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 54 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 COD 6C registered?

COD 6C is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 17 April 1972.

Is COD 6C safe to buy?

The MOT history for COD 6C shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COD 6C have outstanding finance?

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