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ETF 24V

1980 Mercedes-benz 450

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,304 mi
Last recorded52,304 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 45088,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETF 24V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 52,304 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 52,285 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 52,226 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 51,858 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 51,845 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 51,628 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 51,628 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2020 51,537 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 51,537 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 51,351 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 50,426 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 49,402 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 49,088 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 48,600 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 48,521 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,492 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 48,462 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 48,432 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 48,033 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 47,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 47,163 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 46,336 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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ETF 24V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 88,469 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 ETF 24V, 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 46 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 ETF 24V?

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What year was ETF 24V registered?

ETF 24V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 2 May 1980.

Is ETF 24V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETF 24V shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETF 24V have outstanding finance?

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