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CYD 122S

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,345 mi
Last recorded124,345 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYD 122S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 124,345 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 124,165 miles

all suspension bushes perished

Pass 17 Jul 2017 123,957 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 123,945 miles

Brake performance not tested rear brake sticking badly (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded around seat mounting areas & sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

all tyres perishing

Pass 23 Apr 2012 123,702 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2011 122,315 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all welding covered with undersill

Fail 16 Jul 2010 122,260 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 121,045 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 121,033 miles

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

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 118,051 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 70,138 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 114,825 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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CYD 122S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CYD 122S, 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

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What year was CYD 122S registered?

CYD 122S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 8 March 1978.

Is CYD 122S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYD 122S shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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