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KNJ 163L

1973 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,285 mi
Last recorded103,285 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 35093,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNJ 163L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 103,285 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 102,953 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 102,732 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 102,727 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 102,580 miles

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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KNJ 163L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KNJ 163L, 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

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What year was KNJ 163L registered?

KNJ 163L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 26 June 1973.

Is KNJ 163L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNJ 163L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KNJ 163L have outstanding finance?

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