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CRN 215V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,521 mi
Last recorded162,521 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRN 215V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2025 162,521 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 161,257 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 160,700 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 160,126 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 159,691 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 159,506 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 159,427 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 159,239 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 157,354 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 157,073 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 156,321 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 155,708 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 154,392 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

tyres cracked

Pass 5 Sep 2012 154,276 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 154,241 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 154,167 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 154,075 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 154,021 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 153,892 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 153,842 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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CRN 215V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 95,638 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 CRN 215V, 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 47 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 CRN 215V registered?

CRN 215V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is CRN 215V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRN 215V shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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