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1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,437 mi
Last recorded82,437 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

Registration5 DAY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 82,437 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 82,264 miles

engine oil leaks

Pass 1 Feb 2021 81,881 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 81,771 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 81,697 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 80,896 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 80,265 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 79,805 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 79,554 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 79,099 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 78,363 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 78,363 miles

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

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

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Feb 2011 78,039 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 77,377 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 76,101 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 74,718 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 74,294 miles

SLIGHT PLAY ON STEERING WHEEL REAR EXHAUST SECTION SLIGHT DAMAGE SERVICE BRAKE PERFORMANCE JUST ABOVE THE LEGAL

Pass 27 Feb 2006 74,051 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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5 DAY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 5 DAY, 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.

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What year was 5 DAY registered?

5 DAY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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The MOT history for 5 DAY shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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