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FRB 242V

1979 Mercedes-benz 450

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,845 mi
Last recorded74,845 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 45095,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRB 242V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 74,845 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 73,995 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2023 73,995 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 73,896 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 73,747 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 73,645 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 73,645 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 73,327 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 73,072 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 72,865 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,399 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 71,933 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 71,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 71,293 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2012 70,788 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 70,528 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 70,359 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 70,082 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

advice front washer cleaned and adjusted

Pass 17 Jun 2008 69,316 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 68,853 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 68,089 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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FRB 242V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450 in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FRB 242V, 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

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What year was FRB 242V registered?

FRB 242V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FRB 242V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRB 242V shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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