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UJL 116K

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,199 mi
Last recorded52,199 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJL 116K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 52,199 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 52,199 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

Offside Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 51,559 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 51,069 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 50,798 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

battery clamp defective

Fail 23 Oct 2014 50,792 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

battery clamp defective

Pass 18 May 2013 50,668 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 50,433 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 50,339 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,078 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 49,343 miles

Both front tyres BALD outer edge

Front number plate marked

Nearside front indicator lens holed

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 49,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Both front tyres BALD outer edge

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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UJL 116K is a 1971 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 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 UJL 116K, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UJL 116K registered?

UJL 116K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is UJL 116K safe to buy?

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