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GBW 676V

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Green Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,537 mi
Last recorded70,537 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 676V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 70,537 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 69,214 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 68,146 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 67,506 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 66,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 64,438 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 63,503 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 62,999 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 62,563 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 61,186 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 61,066 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear brake flexi hoses perihed

exhaust centre rear support rubber perrihed

front and rear exhaust leaking gases

rear exhaust support rubber perrished

Pass 12 Jul 2011 61,048 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake pads starting to wear

Pass 13 Jul 2010 61,040 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009
Pass 7 Jul 2008 60,846 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 60,813 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 60,776 miles

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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GBW 676V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Green with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GBW 676V, 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

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What year was GBW 676V registered?

GBW 676V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is GBW 676V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 676V shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBW 676V have outstanding finance?

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