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PGU 503K

1971 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

195,504 mi
Last recorded195,504 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 350101,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 503K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 195,504 miles

Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 May 2017 195,504 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 195,402 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 195,402 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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PGU 503K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 101,280 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 PGU 503K, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGU 503K?

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What year was PGU 503K registered?

PGU 503K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 22 October 1971.

Is PGU 503K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGU 503K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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