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FPG 669V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Grey Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

89,359 mi
Last recorded89,359 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPG 669V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 89,359 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 88,850 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 87,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 83,708 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 82,111 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 82,026 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 81,950 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 81,756 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 81,659 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 81,564 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 81,564 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 81,350 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 81,255 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 81,017 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 80,781 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 80,363 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 79,663 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 79,259 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 78,574 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 78,042 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 77,617 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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FPG 669V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Grey with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 FPG 669V, 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 FPG 669V?

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What year was FPG 669V registered?

FPG 669V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 15 November 1979.

Is FPG 669V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPG 669V shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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