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UEX 871R

1976 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,519 mi
Last recorded99,519 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 35085,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEX 871R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 99,519 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 99,519 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 99,466 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 99,362 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 99,296 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 99,160 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 99,090 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 98,980 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 98,698 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 98,500 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 98,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 98,496 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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UEX 871R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 UEX 871R, 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 UEX 871R registered?

UEX 871R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is UEX 871R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEX 871R shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UEX 871R have outstanding finance?

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