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KGB 575T

1978 Mercedes-benz 450

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,591 mi
Last recorded28,591 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 45092,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGB 575T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 28,591 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH sides (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,404 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,918 miles

Oil leak

offside rear wing corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2014 27,918 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Oil leak

offside rear wing corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2007 27,907 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 27,894 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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KGB 575T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450 in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 KGB 575T, 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 KGB 575T?

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What year was KGB 575T registered?

KGB 575T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 29 November 1978.

Is KGB 575T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGB 575T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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