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HVG 419L

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,426 mi
Last recorded76,426 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 419L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2018 76,426 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,158 miles

n/s parking brake effort slightly low

small corrosion hole o/s/f floor

Pass 8 Apr 2016 76,084 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 74,890 miles

small corrosion hole o/s/f floor

Fail 2 Apr 2015 74,888 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

small corrosion hole o/s/f floor

Pass 24 Mar 2014 74,430 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 74,325 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 74,319 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 7,156 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 69,115 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 67,761 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 66,258 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 66,258 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 65,790 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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HVG 419L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 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 HVG 419L, 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 54 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 HVG 419L?

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What year was HVG 419L registered?

HVG 419L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 21 August 1972.

Is HVG 419L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 419L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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