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2008 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,698 mi
Last recorded39,698 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 28068,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 YYY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2017 39,698 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 39,512 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 39,391 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 35,376 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 128,787 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 128,566 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 121,373 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 5,997 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 97,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

gas high

o/s/f bearing

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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3 YYY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 68,119 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 3 YYY, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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3 YYY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 October 2008.

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