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HFG 654T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,264 mi
Last recorded116,264 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 654T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 116,264 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 115,627 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 115,627 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear mounting rubbers split. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 115,550 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Starting To Perish (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting To Perish (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Starting To Perish (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Starting To Perish (4.1.D.1e)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 115,280 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 114,870 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 114,252 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 114,132 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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 654T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 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 654T, 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 48 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 654T registered?

HFG 654T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is HFG 654T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 654T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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