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ETO 26T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,902 mi
Last recorded86,902 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2018
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETO 26T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Jan 2018 86,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed in metal caliper bracket and deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 86,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced small stone chip on lens (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 85,886 miles

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

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

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2015 85,308 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 84,215 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 83,239 miles

1.rear of o/s undersill corroding

Pass 29 Dec 2011 82,375 miles

1.slight corrosion of o/s rear undersill 2.n/s rear tyre worn close to wear bars

Pass 6 Jan 2011 80,887 miles

1.slight corrosion of o/s rear undersill

Pass 30 Dec 2009 79,444 miles

1. surface corrosion of fronr and rear chassis x members, offside rear inner sill, front inner wings, 2. slight play in steering system, slight play in front subframe bushes,

4, squeak from offside front suspension, 5. slight smell of fuel at rear no visible leak,

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 78,128 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 76,756 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 75,168 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 71,943 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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ETO 26T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ETO 26T, 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 ETO 26T?

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What year was ETO 26T registered?

ETO 26T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is ETO 26T safe to buy?

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