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98 OYA

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,081 mi
Last recorded135,081 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration98 OYA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 135,081 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material also rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody slightly corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2010 133,669 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 133,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 131,154 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 131,154 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 May 2008 126,988 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 122,914 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 119,091 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 119,074 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front cross member heavily corroded

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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98 OYA is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 98 OYA, 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 98 OYA registered?

98 OYA is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is 98 OYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 98 OYA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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