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LNV 603L

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

135,029 mi
Last recorded135,029 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNV 603L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 135,029 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 135,004 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 134,957 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 134,826 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 134,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

both registration plate lamp covers missing,bulbs discoloured

corrosion seen battery carrier area,not deemed prescribed area

dashboard lights not working

indicator stalk difficult to positively engage

o/s/f (shock absorber) suspension componentmounting prescribed area covered,difficult to assess

o/s/r cv boot adrift

rear fog lamps,switch not working,not obligatory

rear underside fuel hoses splitting

Fail 29 Nov 2012 134,566 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

corrosion seen battery carrier area,not deemed prescribed area

dashboard lights not working

indicator stalk difficult to positively engage

o/s/r cv boot adrift

rear fog lamps,switch not working,not obligatory

rear underside fuel hoses splitting

Fail 28 Nov 2012 134,561 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

corossion seen battery carrier area,not deemed prescribed area

dashboard lights not working

exhaust mounting rubbers perished

indicator stalk difficult to positively engage

o/s/r cv boot adrift

rear fog lamps,switch not working,not obligatory

rear underside fuel hoses splitting

Fail 15 Nov 2012 134,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

corossion seen battery carrier area,not deemed prescribed area

corrosion seen o/s/r roll bar area not deemed supportive,prescribed

dashboard lights not working

exhaust mounting rubbers perished

indicator stalk difficult to positively engage

o/s/r cv boot adrift

rear fog lamps,switch not working,not obligatory

rear underside fuel hoses splitting

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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LNV 603L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 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 LNV 603L, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LNV 603L?

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What year was LNV 603L registered?

LNV 603L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is LNV 603L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNV 603L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LNV 603L have outstanding finance?

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