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FUM 79T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,184 mi
Last recorded118,184 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUM 79T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 118,184 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 118,132 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 118,132 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 118,071 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower outer sill corroded not in a prescribed area

outer sill covers fitted

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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FUM 79T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Black with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 96,121 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 FUM 79T, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FUM 79T?

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What year was FUM 79T registered?

FUM 79T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 5 March 1979.

Is FUM 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUM 79T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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