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JGH 549K

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

68,554 mi
Last recorded68,554 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGH 549K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 68,554 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 68,047 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 68,012 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 65,770 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

o/s wiper blade split both ends

Fail 29 Oct 2013 65,768 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s wiper blade split both ends

Pass 13 Jun 2008 65,561 miles

corrosion presant in nearside inner wing & both door sills (front)

rear brake calipers not matched pair

Fail 13 Jun 2008 65,561 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

corrosion presant in nearside inner wing & both door sills (front)

rear brake calipers not matched pair

Fail 11 Jun 2008 65,561 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion presant in nearside inner wing & both door sills (front)

rear brake calipers not matched pair

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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JGH 549K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGH 549K, 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.

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What year was JGH 549K registered?

JGH 549K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 6 January 1972.

Is JGH 549K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGH 549K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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