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GGM 285V

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

78,963 mi
Last recorded78,963 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGM 285V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 78,963 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 77,510 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 77,043 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 76,499 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 75,221 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 74,884 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 74,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2012 74,724 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 73,780 miles

Corrosion to rear chassis

Surface corrosion to front floor

Fail 10 May 2011 73,779 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion to rear chassis

Surface corrosion to front floor

Pass 8 May 2010 72,327 miles

O/S/R arch corroded

Pass 12 May 2009 71,229 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 69,471 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 68,154 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 66,151 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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GGM 285V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GGM 285V, 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 GGM 285V registered?

GGM 285V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GGM 285V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGM 285V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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