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UUW 982S

1977 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

110,498 mi
Last recorded110,498 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz 450111,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUW 982S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 110,498 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 110,392 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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UUW 982S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 111,694 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 UUW 982S, 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 49 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 UUW 982S?

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What year was UUW 982S registered?

UUW 982S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 24 November 1977.

Is UUW 982S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUW 982S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UUW 982S have outstanding finance?

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