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GVG 790K

1972 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,032 mi
Last recorded99,032 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 350102,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 790K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 99,032 miles

All rubber suspension bushes perished

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded

General underside corrosion to all suspension components

Multiple repaired areas found underneath vehicle

Nearside Front Corrosion holes found in wheel arch

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Corrosion hole in floor pan

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres both lightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 99,031 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Balance pipe between both banks of exhaust pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mounting corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Ball joint on connecting arm between steering linkages (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working No way of operating found (3.5 (a))

All rubber suspension bushes perished

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system corroded

General underside corrosion to all suspension components

Multiple repaired areas found underneath vehicle

Nearside Front Corrosion holes found in wheel arch

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Corrosion hole in floor pan

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyres both lightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 98,286 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 98,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 98,264 miles

Engine running rough

General underside corrosion

N/S/F Fog light not working

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 97,428 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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GVG 790K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 102,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GVG 790K, 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 54 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 GVG 790K registered?

GVG 790K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 1 March 1972.

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