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A103 PNA

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,515 mi
Last recorded98,515 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA103 PNA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 98,515 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 97,793 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 97,229 miles

small rust off side rear brake pipe

Pass 1 May 2019 97,229 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

suspension corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2019 97,229 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visor light (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

suspension corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2014 96,821 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 96,358 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 96,358 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 96,156 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 96,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 95,877 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 22 Sep 2010 95,602 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 95,094 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 95,088 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 95,055 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 95,047 miles

Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear prop-shaft rubber split.

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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A103 PNA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 104,638 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 A103 PNA, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A103 PNA registered?

A103 PNA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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