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DIL 443

1980 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,630 mi
Last recorded69,630 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 35094,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIL 443
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc
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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 69,630 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 69,618 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 69,533 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 bushes (2.4.G.2)

various areas of prescribed areas to rear subframe mounts heavily undersealed so full inspection not possible

Fail 22 Nov 2017 69,533 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases link/balance pipe (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 bushes (2.4.G.2)

various areas of prescribed areas to rear subframe mounts heavily undersealed so full inspection not possible

Pass 25 Nov 2016 69,420 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 69,420 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 69,326 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

all underside covered in heavy underseal/ unable to assess corrosion in key areas

exhaust corroded at front/slight leak

Pass 3 Sep 2012 69,208 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 68,523 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 68,523 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 67,751 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 66,915 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 66,892 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 65,990 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 65,986 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2006 65,099 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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DIL 443 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 94,825 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 DIL 443, 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 46 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 DIL 443 registered?

DIL 443 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 13 November 1980.

Is DIL 443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIL 443 shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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