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DPG 770T

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,908 mi
Last recorded58,908 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPG 770T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 58,908 miles

Nearside Front corrosion outside prescribed areas inner wheel arch

Offside Front corrosion outside prescribed area floor

Offside Front corrosion outside prescribed area outer sill

Fail 14 Apr 2026 58,908 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front corrosion outside prescribed areas inner wheel arch

Offside Front corrosion outside prescribed area floor

Offside Front corrosion outside prescribed area outer sill

Pass 11 Apr 2025 58,200 miles

Nearside Front corrosion outside prescribed area inner wheel arch

Offside Front corrosion forming outside prescribed areas

Fail 10 Apr 2025 58,200 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front corrosion outside prescribed area inner wheel arch

Offside Front corrosion forming outside prescribed areas

Pass 23 Apr 2024 57,377 miles

Nearside Front corrosion in wheel arch outside prescribed areas

Fail 16 Apr 2024 57,377 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front corrosion in wheel arch outside prescribed areas

Pass 16 May 2018 55,802 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2017 55,485 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 55,485 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2015 55,039 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 54,559 miles

OFFSIDE INNER CILL PANEL RUSTY (REAR)...

Pass 11 Jun 2013 54,206 miles

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW FROM FRONT...

Pass 6 Jun 2012 53,966 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 53,607 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2010 53,251 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 52,895 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 52,631 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 52,133 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 51,882 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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DPG 770T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DPG 770T, 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

How do I check the history of DPG 770T?

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What year was DPG 770T registered?

DPG 770T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 7 August 1978.

Is DPG 770T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPG 770T shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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