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VIA 631

1980 Mercedes-benz 450

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,911 mi
Last recorded109,911 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 45088,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIA 631
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2015 109,911 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 109,896 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 12 May 2011 108,122 miles

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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VIA 631 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 88,469 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 VIA 631, 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 46 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 VIA 631 registered?

VIA 631 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is VIA 631 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIA 631 shows 3 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 VIA 631 have outstanding finance?

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