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EKN 508K

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

Green Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,526 mi
Last recorded96,526 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKN 508K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 96,526 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 96,525 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.1.A.3f)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

front brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 96,494 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

offside rear inner sill corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2013 96,302 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 96,003 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 95,460 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 95,409 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 94,719 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 93,678 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 93,675 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2007 93,033 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 92,036 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EKN 508K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in Green with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 EKN 508K, 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 55 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 EKN 508K registered?

EKN 508K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 23 August 1971.

Is EKN 508K safe to buy?

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