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DDC 570T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,891 mi
Last recorded98,891 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDC 570T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 98,891 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 May 2018 98,633 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 98,339 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front/rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2014 98,217 miles

n/s locking mechanism locks/releases but needs attention

Pass 30 Sep 2011 98,186 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 98,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 97,724 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 96,979 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2009 96,979 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 96,783 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 96,766 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 94,467 miles

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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DDC 570T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 96,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DDC 570T, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DDC 570T registered?

DDC 570T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 5 April 1979.

Is DDC 570T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDC 570T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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