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HFG 306T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Green Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,828 mi
Last recorded131,828 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 306T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 131,828 miles

Rear rear brakes binding slightly

warning light illumination on dash but no symbol

Pass 19 Aug 2009 126,282 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all 4 tyres perished

Fail 14 Aug 2009 126,282 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 13 Apr 2007 125,546 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HFG 306T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Green with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HFG 306T, 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 HFG 306T registered?

HFG 306T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 8 February 1979.

Is HFG 306T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 306T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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