1971 Mercedes 350 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 350 models manufactured in 1971, based on 590 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1971 Mercedes 350 has an MOT pass rate of 67.1% based on 590 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 96,430 miles on the odometer. With a 32.9% failure rate, the 1971 350 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1971 Mercedes 350 is Driver's View of the Road, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1971 models only. The overall 350 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 96,430 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 0.02 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1971 Mercedes 350 has an MOT pass rate of 67.1% based on 590 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 96,430 miles on the odometer. With a 32.9% failure rate, the 1971 350 is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1971 Mercedes 350, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to driver's view of the road: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With an average mileage of 96,430 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Driver's View of the Road — 0.2% of failures
Driver's View of the Road issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 1971 Mercedes 350 models. Driver's View of the Road issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.