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22 TG

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,194 mi
Last recorded91,194 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration22 TG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 91,194 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 90,870 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 90,543 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 90,327 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 4 May 2016 90,104 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 90,104 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 May 2015 89,918 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 89,617 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 89,273 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 89,013 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 89,013 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2011 88,592 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 88,592 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 87,929 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 87,785 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 87,481 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 87,122 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 86,644 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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22 TG is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 22 TG, 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 56 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 22 TG registered?

22 TG is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 May 1970.

Is 22 TG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 22 TG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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