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A185 FBA

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,147 mi
Last recorded86,147 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA185 FBA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 86,147 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 86,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported not grommeted properly & rubbing on body work (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2012 85,920 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 85,859 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 83,862 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 80,022 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 79,987 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f+o/s/f droplink rubbers spliting

Pass 3 Sep 2007 75,599 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 71,584 miles

tyre side walls have surface cracks

Pass 17 Aug 2005 66,977 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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A185 FBA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A185 FBA, 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 A185 FBA registered?

A185 FBA is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 25 January 1984.

Is A185 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A185 FBA shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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