MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
116,808 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Oil leak
engine shock absorrber [o/f n/f] monting rubbers worn
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A51 EBL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 71,722 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 A51 EBL, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was A51 EBL registered?
A51 EBL is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 November 2004.
Is A51 EBL safe to buy?
The MOT history for A51 EBL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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