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A40 SYW

1983 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

289,268 mi
Last recorded289,268 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 280105,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA40 SYW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 289,268 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 287,671 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 283,055 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 275,711 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 275,565 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged seat belt is trapped (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting area to the floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting area to the floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mountings deteriorated, close to collapse (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal slightly defective

hazard lights and switches are fitted. all hazard lights and tell tail are inoperative

Fail 16 Dec 2020 275,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch area has body filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch area has body filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged seat belt is trapped (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting area to the floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting area to the floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mountings deteriorated, close to collapse (6.1.2 (a))

fuel cap seal slightly defective

hazard lights and switches are fitted. all hazard lights and tell tail are inoperative

Pass 17 Dec 2019 275,264 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 275,264 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 272,533 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 272,533 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working PIPE OFF (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working FUSE (3.4 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 267,114 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 267,114 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chasssis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 265,250 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 24,901 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 24,901 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 235,082 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 235,076 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres worn low n/s near limit.

Low effort at o/s parking brake.

O/s/r chassis and sill corroded to limit.

Steering damper leaking.

Pass 19 Aug 2006 234,854 miles

both rear tyres worn near limit

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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A40 SYW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A40 SYW, 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 A40 SYW registered?

A40 SYW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is A40 SYW safe to buy?

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