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VGV 121R

1976 Mercedes-benz 450

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,166 mi
Last recorded104,166 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz 45093,108 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGV 121R
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2017 104,166 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight exterior corrosion

vehicle undersealed at time of test

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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VGV 121R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 450 in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 93,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VGV 121R, 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 50 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGV 121R registered?

VGV 121R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 7 June 1976.

Is VGV 121R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGV 121R shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGV 121R have outstanding finance?

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