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A11 UBT

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

159,022 mi
Last recorded159,022 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 UBT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 159,022 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 158,990 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 158,982 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 158,883 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 158,785 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 158,657 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 158,480 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 158,299 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front inner wheel arch corroded, not in a prescribed area

Pass 8 Jul 2015 158,236 miles

both front drop links bushes perishing

Pass 22 Jul 2014 158,224 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 158,224 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 157,654 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 157,642 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Centre Front Lower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 157,444 miles

ns/r brake slightly binding

Fail 7 Jun 2012 157,442 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

ns/r brake slightly binding

rear exhaust mountings split.

Pass 6 Jun 2011 157,222 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 May 2011 157,181 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 156,861 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 156,743 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 156,563 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 156,563 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 155,165 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 150,197 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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A11 UBT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A11 UBT, 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 A11 UBT registered?

A11 UBT is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 April 1984.

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