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A106 FLY

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

132,752 mi
Last recorded132,752 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA106 FLY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 132,752 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 129,774 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2018 127,978 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 126,182 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 125,369 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 125,369 miles

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

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2014 124,378 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2014 124,378 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe excessively chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 24 Oct 2012 122,065 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 119,202 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 119,202 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2010 115,160 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 110,511 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 110,511 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 104,754 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 102,016 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 102,016 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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A106 FLY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 A106 FLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A106 FLY registered?

A106 FLY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A106 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A106 FLY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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