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A116 XJB

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,552 mi
Last recorded112,552 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA116 XJB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 112,552 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2011 112,552 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

battery insecure

both front brake disc slight pitted

both rear inner drive shaft gater slight deteriorated

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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A116 XJB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A116 XJB, 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 A116 XJB registered?

A116 XJB is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A116 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A116 XJB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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