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LWS 864

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

113,563 mi
Last recorded113,563 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWS 864
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2011 113,563 miles

slight play in front subframe mounts

slight play in steering joints

some play in nearside seat backrest

underside corroding and repaired

Fail 23 Aug 2011 113,563 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

slight play in front subframe mounts

slight play in steering joints

some play in nearside seat backrest

underside corroding and repaired

Pass 2 Aug 2010 113,035 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE WELDING AND REPAIRS CARRIED OUT,SLIGHT CORROSION O/S INNER WING AND BULKHEAD.

Fail 2 Aug 2010 113,035 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Oil leak

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE HAS EXTENSIVE WELDING AND REPAIRS CARRIED OUT,SLIGHT CORROSION O/S INNER WING AND BULKHEAD.

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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LWS 864 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 LWS 864, 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 55 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 LWS 864?

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What year was LWS 864 registered?

LWS 864 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is LWS 864 safe to buy?

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