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LFV 1T

1990 Mercedes-benz 450

Black Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

87,754 mi
Last recorded87,754 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 45083,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFV 1T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 87,754 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 87,411 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 86,932 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 86,532 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 85,996 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 85,496 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 84,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 83,269 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2018 83,218 miles

Front outer sills corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2018 83,218 miles

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded under bonnet within 30cm of brake servo (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front outer sills corroded

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Aug 2016 83,204 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 83,179 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 83,179 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 82,103 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 82,103 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Small engine oil leak

Transmission leak

Fail 6 Jul 2011 81,580 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 81,580 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 80,719 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 80,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LFV 1T is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 450 in Black with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 83,269 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 LFV 1T, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFV 1T registered?

LFV 1T is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 15 February 1990.

Is LFV 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFV 1T shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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