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NBZ 1768

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,705 mi
Last recorded116,705 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBZ 1768
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 116,705 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

exhaust centre bracket loose

Fail 31 Jul 2020 116,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

exhaust centre bracket loose

Pass 20 Mar 2015 116,702 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

n/s/r and o/s/r wheel arches corroded

o/s/f inner wing corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2015 116,702 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

n/s/r and o/s/r wheel arches corroded

o/s/f inner wing corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2014 116,690 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

front bumper corroded

nearside front and offside front wings slight corrosion

nearside rear and offside rear arches slight corrosion

Pass 27 Feb 2013 116,583 miles

offside rear and nearside rear outer driveshaft gaiters insecure.

Pass 7 Feb 2012 116,459 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 116,016 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 114,879 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 112,836 miles

front suspension bushes have very slight play.

Pass 25 Feb 2008 111,775 miles

rear axle oil leak.

Pass 20 Feb 2007 110,299 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 107,567 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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NBZ 1768 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 NBZ 1768, 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 NBZ 1768?

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What year was NBZ 1768 registered?

NBZ 1768 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 4 August 1972.

Is NBZ 1768 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBZ 1768 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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