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FUG 415T

1979 Mercedes-benz 400

Brown Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,267 mi
Last recorded87,267 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUG 415T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model400
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2007 87,267 miles

both front top wishborne bushes slightly perished.

Fail 4 May 2007 87,258 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 87,101 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 87,101 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 400?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
3,109
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
coil spring fractured 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33
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FUG 415T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 400 in Brown with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FUG 415T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 400 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FUG 415T registered?

FUG 415T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 400, first registered on 8 March 1979.

Is FUG 415T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUG 415T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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