MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,243 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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APP 83J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.
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 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 APP 83J, 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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How do I check the history of APP 83J?
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What year was APP 83J registered?
APP 83J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 November 1970.
Is APP 83J safe to buy?
The MOT history for APP 83J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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