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5 HRR

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,829 mi
Last recorded7,829 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 HRR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 7,829 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 7,614 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 7,465 miles

slight oil leak front

Pass 17 Apr 2012 6,588 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 6,153 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 5,797 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 5,797 miles

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 4,766 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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5 HRR is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 HRR, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 5 HRR?

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What year was 5 HRR registered?

5 HRR is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is 5 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 HRR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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