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HGS 675T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,435 mi
Last recorded96,435 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGS 675T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 96,435 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 95,948 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 94,334 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 93,072 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 90,424 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 89,679 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 89,679 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 89,098 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 89,052 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 88,802 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 675T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue 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 675T, 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

How do I check the history of HGS 675T?

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What year was HGS 675T registered?

HGS 675T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 21 August 1978.

Is HGS 675T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGS 675T 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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