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A178 KLK

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,012 mi
Last recorded60,012 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA178 KLK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 60,012 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 60,006 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 60,000 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 59,781 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 59,780 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 59,693 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 59,380 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 59,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 58,629 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 57,902 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 57,423 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 57,111 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 56,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 55,208 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 53,725 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 52,014 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside rear tyre close to legal limit 2mm

Pass 25 Jun 2009 52,014 miles

offside rear tyre close to legal limit 2mm

Pass 24 Jun 2008 50,800 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 48,312 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 47,140 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A178 KLK is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A178 KLK, 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 A178 KLK registered?

A178 KLK is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 May 1984.

Is A178 KLK safe to buy?

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