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1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,901 mi
Last recorded48,901 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration35 PK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 48,901 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 46,799 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 46,597 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 46,460 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 45,339 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,112 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 44,542 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 43,595 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 43,595 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 43,127 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 41,911 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 41,847 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 41,847 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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35 PK is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 35 PK, 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 54 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 35 PK registered?

35 PK is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 November 1972.

Is 35 PK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 35 PK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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