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SSC 202P

1976 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,754 mi
Last recorded75,754 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 35085,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSC 202P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 75,754 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 75,754 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Dec 2016 75,375 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 25 Jul 2016 75,374 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mount missing (7.1.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking at tank (7.2.3)

Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak auto gearbox leak ()

exhaust rear section slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Nov 2009 75,232 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 75,231 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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SSC 202P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 85,948 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 SSC 202P, 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 50 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 SSC 202P registered?

SSC 202P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 27 January 1976.

Is SSC 202P safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSC 202P shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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