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JSN 743L

1973 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,266 mi
Last recorded107,266 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 35093,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSN 743L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 107,266 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak gearbox and engine ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear diff oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2016 106,585 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak auto box ()

Oil leak rear diff ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 105,934 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 105,859 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 104,222 miles

n/s/f brake slighty binding

Pass 25 Apr 2008 103,928 miles

varoius plates welded underneath vehicle

Pass 5 Oct 2006 103,491 miles

Wipes dont self park

Head lamp beam patterns faint

Oil leak

Slight wear rear propshaft joint (rubber)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2006 103,475 miles

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

steering idler slightly worn

Fail 26 Apr 2006 103,475 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery insecure

fuel pipes corroded

n/s/f steering idler worn

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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JSN 743L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 93,474 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 JSN 743L, 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 53 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 JSN 743L?

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What year was JSN 743L registered?

JSN 743L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is JSN 743L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSN 743L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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