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TFX 953R

1976 Mercedes-benz 450

Cream Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,509 mi
Last recorded54,509 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 45093,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFX 953R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1976
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 54,509 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 54,093 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 53,957 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 53,646 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 52,991 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 52,964 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,366 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 52,350 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 52,218 miles

Nearside rear tyre valve stem perished,but meeting test criteria;Replacement advised

Offside rear tyre valve stem perished,but meeting test criteria.Replacement advised

Pass 17 Apr 2013 52,182 miles

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 1 Nov 2011 52,159 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 51,995 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 51,995 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,792 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 51,792 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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TFX 953R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 450 in Cream with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 93,108 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 450 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFX 953R, 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 50 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TFX 953R?

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What year was TFX 953R registered?

TFX 953R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 9 September 1976.

Is TFX 953R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFX 953R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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