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FBZ 722

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

29,199 mi
Last recorded29,199 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBZ 722
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 29,199 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 28,838 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 27,830 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 26,841 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 26,090 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 26,089 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 25,333 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 24,857 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 23,631 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 23,631 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 22,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 22,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,635 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 21,635 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,082 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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FBZ 722 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FBZ 722, 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 FBZ 722?

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What year was FBZ 722 registered?

FBZ 722 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is FBZ 722 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBZ 722 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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