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JFZ 5747

2012 Mercedes-benz 350

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,459 mi
Last recorded116,459 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 35059,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFZ 5747
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 116,459 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 110,709 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 103,351 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 92,268 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 83,753 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 83,752 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

nearside rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 3 Nov 2020 80,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play at the inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 71,645 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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JFZ 5747 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350 in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 59,110 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 JFZ 5747, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JFZ 5747 registered?

JFZ 5747 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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The MOT history for JFZ 5747 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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