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A23 BRY

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

73,541 mi
Last recorded73,541 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 BRY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 73,541 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 72,635 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 71,319 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 69,986 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 69,640 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 10 May 2022 69,640 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 69,442 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 68,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 68,179 miles

Brake pipes have been greased, limiting the depth of inspection that can be carried out to assess their condition.

Fail 16 May 2019 68,179 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipes have been greased, limiting the depth of inspection that can be carried out to assess their condition.

Pass 5 Jun 2018 65,127 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 60,643 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 57,024 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 52,979 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 49,824 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 45,977 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 43,588 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 42,980 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 42,144 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 41,431 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 39,835 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 38,978 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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A23 BRY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 129,793 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 A23 BRY, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A23 BRY registered?

A23 BRY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 October 1992.

Is A23 BRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 BRY shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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