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ER 7948

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,077 mi
Last recorded73,077 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationER 7948
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 73,077 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 72,991 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 72,936 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 72,925 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 72,856 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 72,852 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 72,767 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 72,433 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 72,165 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 71,453 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 71,417 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 71,417 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 71,263 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 71,172 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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ER 7948 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ER 7948, 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

How do I check the history of ER 7948?

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What year was ER 7948 registered?

ER 7948 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is ER 7948 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ER 7948 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ER 7948 have outstanding finance?

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