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KGB 314T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,899 mi
Last recorded109,899 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGB 314T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 109,899 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 109,850 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 109,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2015 109,767 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 108,594 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 104,410 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 103,895 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 103,892 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2008 102,595 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 100,656 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 100,656 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 97,942 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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KGB 314T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 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 KGB 314T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGB 314T registered?

KGB 314T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 9 October 1978.

Is KGB 314T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGB 314T shows 12 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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