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ANW 563M

1974 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,955 mi
Last recorded38,955 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 28053,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANW 563M
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 38,955 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 38,628 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 36,950 miles

All 4 brake flexy hoses metal ferrules corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2006 35,462 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 35,461 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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ANW 563M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 ANW 563M, 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 52 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ANW 563M?

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What year was ANW 563M registered?

ANW 563M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 3 April 1974.

Is ANW 563M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANW 563M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ANW 563M have outstanding finance?

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