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RBE 808S

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

77,909 mi
Last recorded77,909 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBE 808S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 77,909 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 77,533 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 77,533 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2018 76,748 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 76,446 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 76,064 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 76,019 miles

The off side outer sill panel is showing some signs of corrosion.

Fail 23 Jun 2014 76,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

The off side outer sill panel is showing some signs of corrosion.

Pass 9 Sep 2008 75,824 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 75,370 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 74,802 miles

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

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

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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RBE 808S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RBE 808S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBE 808S?

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What year was RBE 808S registered?

RBE 808S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is RBE 808S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBE 808S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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