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FDB 461V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Gold Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,838 mi
Last recorded30,838 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDB 461V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 30,838 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 30,723 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 30,604 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 30,264 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 29,923 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 29,566 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 29,243 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 29,220 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 May 2015 29,220 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 27,890 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 27,890 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/F TYRE PRESSURE LOW

Pass 8 Nov 2006 27,881 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 27,879 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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FDB 461V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 95,638 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 FDB 461V, 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 47 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 FDB 461V?

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What year was FDB 461V registered?

FDB 461V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is FDB 461V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDB 461V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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