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HGS 65T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,098 mi
Last recorded90,098 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2016
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGS 65T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2016 90,098 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 90,005 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 89,960 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 89,932 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 89,912 miles

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

Oil leak

brake rubber pedal slight worn

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 22 Sep 2011 89,895 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 89,849 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 89,819 miles

both number plates have stuck on, or over more plates?

Fail 11 Jul 2009 89,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 89,727 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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HGS 65T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HGS 65T, 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 HGS 65T registered?

HGS 65T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 6 October 1978.

Is HGS 65T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGS 65T shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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