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A16 SYB

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

152,081 mi
Last recorded152,081 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 SYB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 152,081 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 151,593 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 151,453 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 151,340 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 151,212 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 151,212 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 150,714 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 150,714 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 149,891 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2019 149,891 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 147,784 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2018 147,725 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2017 146,559 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2016 145,400 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 144,618 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 144,618 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front sill badly corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2014 144,037 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 143,705 miles

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 29 Mar 2012 139,921 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2011 135,753 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 131,715 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2008 130,068 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 127,226 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 126,739 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
Full Mercedes-benz 280 reliability report

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A16 SYB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 A16 SYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A16 SYB?

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What year was A16 SYB registered?

A16 SYB is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A16 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 SYB shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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