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SEY 151T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Brown Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,085 mi
Last recorded90,085 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEY 151T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 90,085 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 88,113 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 88,113 miles

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

Fuel hose insecure from tank to valve hose clip corroded (7.2.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 86,626 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2016 86,626 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2014 85,764 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 85,687 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 85,608 miles

both front jack point surface corrosion

both rear inner sill surface corrosion

rear brake disc slight worn

surface corrosion all round wings and front rear panel

Pass 27 Jul 2010 85,165 miles

suface corrosion near side inner sill and off side front jack point

Pass 26 Feb 2009 84,139 miles

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

front and rear jack points service corrosion

Fail 26 Feb 2009 84,139 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear jack points service corrosion

Pass 9 Aug 2007 83,546 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 83,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

OFF SIDE REAR H/BRAKE LOW READING

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 83,117 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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SEY 151T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Brown with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SEY 151T, 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

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What year was SEY 151T registered?

SEY 151T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is SEY 151T safe to buy?

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