MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,311 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
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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AHT 460J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 AHT 460J, 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 56 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was AHT 460J registered?
AHT 460J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 24 November 1970.
Is AHT 460J safe to buy?
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