1972 Mercedes 350 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 350 models manufactured in 1972, based on 233 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
This page shows all 350 cars tested in 1972. Want to see how cars built in 1972 hold up over time?
View 1972 Mercedes 350 vintage page → (69.7% current pass rate)1972 Mercedes 350 MOT Analysis
The 1972 Mercedes 350 has an MOT pass rate of 70.8% based on 233 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,461 miles on the odometer. With a 29.2% failure rate, the 1972 350 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1972 Mercedes 350 is Suspension, responsible for 0.9% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 1972 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 | Suspension | 0.9% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 98,461 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.09 | 0.9% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1972 Mercedes 350 has an MOT pass rate of 70.8% based on 233 tests — above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 98,461 miles on the odometer. With a 29.2% failure rate, the 1972 350 is rated as "Very Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1972 Mercedes 350, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 98,461 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 0.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1972 Mercedes 350 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.