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999 DOF

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,675 mi
Last recorded50,675 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration999 DOF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 50,675 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,669 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 5,669 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 50,666 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 50,666 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 50,664 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 50,661 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 50,661 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 50,659 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 50,655 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 50,655 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 May 2006 50,583 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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999 DOF is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 999 DOF, 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 999 DOF?

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What year was 999 DOF registered?

999 DOF is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is 999 DOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 999 DOF shows 12 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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