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FAX 104K

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

231,560 mi
Last recorded231,560 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 104K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 231,560 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 228,672 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 224,573 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 221,016 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 217,771 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 213,597 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 210,284 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 207,162 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 203,490 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 199,562 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 199,562 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 196,285 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 193,879 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 237,082 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 237,079 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 230,982 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 230,982 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 223,500 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 223,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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FAX 104K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 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 FAX 104K, 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 54 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 FAX 104K?

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What year was FAX 104K registered?

FAX 104K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 15 June 1972.

Is FAX 104K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 104K shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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