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262 HDV

1990 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

95,067 mi
Last recorded95,067 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 28042,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration262 HDV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 95,067 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 94,876 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 94,529 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 94,265 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 93,989 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 93,649 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 93,380 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 92,924 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 92,005 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 91,123 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 90,439 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 90,439 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 89,298 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 89,132 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 88,541 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 88,517 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 88,159 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 87,839 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 87,069 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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262 HDV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 262 HDV, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 262 HDV registered?

262 HDV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 August 1990.

Is 262 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 262 HDV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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