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RFM 212L

1973 Mercedes-benz 350

Cream Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

51,034 mi
Last recorded51,034 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 35093,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFM 212L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1973
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 51,034 miles

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2014 51,033 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 50,912 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 50,845 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 50,814 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 50,814 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 8 Oct 2008 50,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Battery insecure

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

off side rear drive shaft boot loose

washer bottel insickure

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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RFM 212L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350 in Cream with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 93,474 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 RFM 212L, 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 53 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 RFM 212L?

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What year was RFM 212L registered?

RFM 212L is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 4 May 1973.

Is RFM 212L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RFM 212L shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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