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A46 DJM

1988 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

90,049 mi
Last recorded90,049 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 28045,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA46 DJM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 90,049 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2024 90,007 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 89,247 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 89,246 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has an unsafe modification repair weld (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 89,189 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 88,486 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 88,050 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 87,022 miles

Front and rear brake pads difficult to fully inspect

Front registration plate broken

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight play/noisy

Offside Front tyre slightly stepped

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

Fail 7 Aug 2018 87,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front and rear brake pads difficult to fully inspect

Front registration plate broken

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight play/noisy

Offside Front tyre slightly stepped

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 86,431 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 85,669 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 85,669 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 85,602 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 85,602 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 84,290 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 81,695 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 78,363 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 78,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 76,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 74,545 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leaks from engine and gearbox

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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A46 DJM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 45,143 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 A46 DJM, 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 38 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 A46 DJM registered?

A46 DJM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 January 1988.

Is A46 DJM safe to buy?

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