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IIL 8300

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Grey Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,688 mi
Last recorded24,688 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIL 8300
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2025 24,688 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 24,554 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 22,825 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 21,596 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 19,999 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 19,975 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2014 19,906 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 19,820 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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IIL 8300 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Grey with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 IIL 8300, 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 IIL 8300?

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What year was IIL 8300 registered?

IIL 8300 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 6 March 1972.

Is IIL 8300 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIL 8300 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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