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AJW 543M

1973 Mercedes-benz 450

Grey Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,173 mi
Last recorded55,173 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz 450116,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJW 543M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model450
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 May 2025 55,173 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 55,022 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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AJW 543M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 450 in Grey with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz 450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 116,458 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 AJW 543M, 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 53 years old, this Mercedes-benz 450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJW 543M registered?

AJW 543M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz 450, first registered on 1 December 1973.

Is AJW 543M safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJW 543M shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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