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SLZ 2535

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

97,826 mi
Last recorded97,826 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLZ 2535
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 97,826 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fuel hose perishing

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

nearside front sill corroded

Pass 25 May 2021 97,811 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 97,799 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 97,799 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 97,784 miles

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch has slight corrosion

Pass 19 May 2018 97,746 miles

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Fuel pipes deteriorating

Pass 20 May 2017 97,722 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 May 2016 97,675 miles

n/s outer sill corrodeing.

Pass 16 May 2015 97,596 miles

n/s/ outer sill corroding

rear brakes slightly binding.

Pass 17 May 2014 97,471 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 97,384 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 97,286 miles

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

n/s/f inner wing corrodeing

Pass 20 May 2011 97,150 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 96,863 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 96,650 miles

floor and inner sills corroding

o/s front bearing noisy

Fail 6 May 2008 96,416 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

floors and front inner wings corroding

Pass 6 May 2008 96,416 miles

floors and front inner wings corroding

Pass 19 May 2007 96,210 miles

n/s/front inner wing corroding

Pass 6 Jun 2006 96,014 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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SLZ 2535 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 SLZ 2535, 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 SLZ 2535?

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What year was SLZ 2535 registered?

SLZ 2535 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is SLZ 2535 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLZ 2535 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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