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LGH 272T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,376 mi
Last recorded106,376 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGH 272T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 106,376 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2025 105,318 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 105,119 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 104,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 104,480 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 101,156 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 101,155 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs corroded front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust system insecure exhaust centre bracket split (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 100,463 miles

Offside Front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting drivers view

oil leak but not excessive

Pass 20 Apr 2019 99,968 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 98,352 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 98,276 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 97,989 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 97,960 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 97,960 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 97,949 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 97,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 May 2006 95,982 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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LGH 272T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LGH 272T, 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 LGH 272T registered?

LGH 272T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is LGH 272T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGH 272T shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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