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CYV 563V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,038 mi
Last recorded55,038 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYV 563V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 55,038 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 54,813 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2018 54,142 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2018 54,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 50,771 miles

steering damper starting to leak

Fail 4 Feb 2017 50,771 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

steering damper starting to leak

Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,288 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 50,287 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 49,967 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 49,800 miles

tyres perished

Pass 12 Feb 2008 49,776 miles

front brakes binding slightly.

o/s/r brake binding slightly.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 49,766 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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CYV 563V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CYV 563V, 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

How do I check the history of CYV 563V?

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What year was CYV 563V registered?

CYV 563V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 21 August 1979.

Is CYV 563V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYV 563V 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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