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MJS 501S

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,501 mi
Last recorded78,501 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJS 501S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 May 2011 78,501 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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MJS 501S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MJS 501S, 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.

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What year was MJS 501S registered?

MJS 501S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is MJS 501S safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJS 501S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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