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UVU 468K

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,516 mi
Last recorded52,516 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVU 468K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 52,516 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 52,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section around clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 52,460 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 52,440 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 52,386 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 52,245 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 52,236 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 52,180 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 51,938 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,107 miles

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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UVU 468K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UVU 468K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UVU 468K?

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What year was UVU 468K registered?

UVU 468K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 19 October 1971.

Is UVU 468K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVU 468K shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UVU 468K have outstanding finance?

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