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A202 WMR

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,502 mi
Last recorded79,502 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA202 WMR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 79,502 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 79,098 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 78,503 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Upper shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2018 78,239 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 77,646 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 77,212 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 77,203 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 76,677 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 74,986 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 74,979 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 74,973 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 74,932 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 74,889 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 74,872 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 74,795 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 74,553 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 74,342 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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A202 WMR is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 A202 WMR, 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.

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What year was A202 WMR registered?

A202 WMR is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 October 1983.

Is A202 WMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A202 WMR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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