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VES 777T

1978 Mercedes-benz 350

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,914 mi
Last recorded123,914 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2009
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 35095,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVES 777T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2009 123,914 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 122,766 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 121,924 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front and both rear flexible brake hoses corroded but not to excess

offside front outer sill corroded but not load bearing point

Pass 15 Aug 2006 120,377 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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VES 777T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 95,951 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 VES 777T, 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 48 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 VES 777T registered?

VES 777T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is VES 777T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VES 777T shows 4 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 VES 777T have outstanding finance?

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