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GFX 35V

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,166 mi
Last recorded119,166 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFX 35V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 119,166 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 115,016 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 113,163 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 113,163 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 112,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 112,307 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2006 109,994 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 109,994 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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GFX 35V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GFX 35V, 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 GFX 35V?

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What year was GFX 35V registered?

GFX 35V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 7 December 1979.

Is GFX 35V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFX 35V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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