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SKN 452M

1971 Mercedes-benz 450

Gold Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

31,092 mi
Last recorded31,092 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKN 452M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 31,092 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 31,088 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 29,438 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 29,438 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 28,077 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 25,837 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 25,837 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 450?

Based on 6,678 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 294
brake binding 289
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 224
Headlamp aim too low 199
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SKN 452M is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 450 in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKN 452M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 450 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKN 452M registered?

SKN 452M is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is SKN 452M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKN 452M 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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