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JFW 945T

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,812 mi
Last recorded95,812 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFW 945T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 95,812 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 19 Jul 2016 95,812 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 22 Aug 2008 94,609 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 94,578 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 94,577 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 94,355 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 94,177 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 450?

Based on 6,678 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 294
brake binding 289
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Headlamp aim too low 199
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JFW 945T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 92,692 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JFW 945T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 450 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JFW 945T?

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What year was JFW 945T registered?

JFW 945T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 13 October 1978.

Is JFW 945T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFW 945T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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