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FYV 730V

1980 Mercedes-benz 450

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,046 mi
Last recorded63,046 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 45088,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYV 730V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 63,046 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 63,046 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake excessively binding nearside and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 62,978 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 62,765 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 62,014 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 62,014 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

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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FYV 730V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 88,469 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 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYV 730V, 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 46 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 FYV 730V?

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What year was FYV 730V registered?

FYV 730V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is FYV 730V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYV 730V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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