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DPJ 954T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,934 mi
Last recorded98,934 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 954T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 98,934 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded NSF and OSF (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion to OSR outer valance

Front of OSF inner wheelarch corroded - not excessive

Pass 15 Jun 2016 98,379 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe at nearside front inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded pipe at steering box (2.3.2)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 98,352 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe at nearside front inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded pipe at steering box (2.3.2)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 97,999 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 97,925 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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DPJ 954T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DPJ 954T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DPJ 954T registered?

DPJ 954T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 15 June 1979.

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