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17 EAF

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,800 mi
Last recorded77,800 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 EAF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 77,800 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 77,695 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 77,305 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 76,829 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 76,261 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 75,620 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 75,523 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2014 75,516 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 75,480 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 75,338 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 75,325 miles

some oil loss

Pass 22 Apr 2010 74,923 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2010 74,908 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2009 74,766 miles

signs of corrosion to all brake ferrules

signs of corrosion to n/s/f o/s/f o/s/r brake pipes

slight exhaust blow

strong advise engine oil leak

strong advise o/s/f brake warning wire rubbing on brake pipe

Pass 16 May 2008 74,555 miles

oil leak

signs of corrosion to o/s/f o/s/r brake pipes

Fail 8 Apr 2008 74,424 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion to n/s/f o/s/f brake pipes

strong advise engine oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2007 73,078 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2006 70,867 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?

Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
5,905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,691
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,358
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,312
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,266
Headlamp aim too low 1,161
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17 EAF is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 105,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 280 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 17 EAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 280 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 17 EAF registered?

17 EAF is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is 17 EAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 EAF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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