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FIB 8633

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Beige Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

137,802 mi
Last recorded137,802 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIB 8633
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 137,802 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside headlight unit corroded slightly

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

exhaust joints blowing slightly

fuel line is slightly corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2015 137,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside headlight unit corroded slightly

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

exhaust joints blowing slightly

fuel line is slightly corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2014 135,755 miles

all suspension bushes deteriorated but no play/movement

Fail 7 Nov 2014 135,734 miles

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

all suspension bushes deteriorated but no play/movement

Pass 14 Nov 2013 134,531 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 134,105 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Corrosion both sides front footwells not within any structural mounting areas

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 133,588 miles

Exhaust rear section loose on join with centre section

Widespread corrosion prevalent underside/boot floor etc

Pass 12 Jul 2011 133,149 miles

Boot floor corroded

Coolant tank underbonnet insecure

Nearside front floor corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2011 133,149 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Boot floor corroded

Coolant tank underbonnet insecure

Nearside front floor corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2010 132,348 miles

Corrosion in boot floor and under passenger seat

Fail 7 Jul 2010 132,348 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion in boot floor and under passenger seat

Pass 4 Jul 2009 131,831 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 131,831 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 131,337 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 131,337 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 130,921 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 130,921 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Extensive areas of repaired corrosion underside

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 13,035 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 13,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FIB 8633 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Beige with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

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 FIB 8633, 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

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What year was FIB 8633 registered?

FIB 8633 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 14 March 1972.

Is FIB 8633 safe to buy?

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