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A599 SCX

1984 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,005 mi
Last recorded68,005 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz 280104,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA599 SCX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 68,005 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 67,789 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 67,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 67,394 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 67,389 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front section blowing around flange (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2017 67,088 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 66,788 miles

Advise offside front wiper clearing screen but starting to leave streaks across drivers view.

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 66,317 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 66,127 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 66,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 65,983 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 65,771 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 65,412 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 65,188 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 64,736 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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A599 SCX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 104,638 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 A599 SCX, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A599 SCX registered?

A599 SCX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A599 SCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A599 SCX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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