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KCS 508P

1975 Mercedes-benz 450

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,248 mi
Last recorded70,248 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 45087,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCS 508P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2008 70,248 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 70,178 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 70,144 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 69,946 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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KCS 508P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 450 in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 87,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KCS 508P, 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 51 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 KCS 508P?

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What year was KCS 508P registered?

KCS 508P is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KCS 508P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCS 508P shows 4 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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