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DAL 49K

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,027 mi
Last recorded74,027 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAL 49K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 74,027 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 73,659 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 73,543 miles

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

unable to see all brake pads

Pass 17 Jul 2012 73,481 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 73,235 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 73,216 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 73,205 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 72,295 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 72,089 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 71,928 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 71,578 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 71,578 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2006 71,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DAL 49K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DAL 49K, 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 DAL 49K registered?

DAL 49K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is DAL 49K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAL 49K shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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