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HLH 515T

1979 Mercedes-benz 350

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,535 mi
Last recorded84,535 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 35096,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLH 515T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 84,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2013 84,535 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 84,235 miles

brakes pipes corroding

front number plate damaged

Fail 21 May 2008 84,235 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake pipes corroding

front number plate damaged

Pass 5 Aug 2006 84,210 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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HLH 515T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350 in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HLH 515T, 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

How do I check the history of HLH 515T?

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What year was HLH 515T registered?

HLH 515T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HLH 515T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLH 515T shows 5 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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