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PPL 914X

1981 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,306 mi
Last recorded90,306 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 35090,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPL 914X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2020 90,306 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 89,716 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 88,865 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly cracked. (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 87,333 miles

Offside Front headlamp surround corroded on inner wing

Pass 18 Aug 2016 86,197 miles

engine has slight mis-fire at idle.

Nearside Front seat belt fabric slightly frayed.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 84,826 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 83,337 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 82,688 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 81,177 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 80,635 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 79,024 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 78,072 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 76,886 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 75,905 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 75,191 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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PPL 914X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 90,956 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 PPL 914X, 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 45 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 PPL 914X registered?

PPL 914X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is PPL 914X safe to buy?

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