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GGS 272T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,252 mi
Last recorded73,252 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGS 272T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 73,252 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 64,545 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 64,545 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 64,495 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 64,401 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 63,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 63,965 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 63,722 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 63,496 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 63,496 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 62,901 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 61,982 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 61,307 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 60,099 miles

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

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 59,514 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 59,030 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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GGS 272T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GGS 272T, 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 GGS 272T registered?

GGS 272T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is GGS 272T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGS 272T shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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