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APR 272T

1978 Mercedes Coupe

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,863 mi
Last recorded113,863 miles
Recorded on9 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPR 272T
MakeMercedes
ModelCoupe
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 May 2006 113,863 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Coupe?

Based on 1,419 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 73
Brake pipe excessively corroded 30
position lamp(s) not working 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 20
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APR 272T is a 1978 Mercedes Coupe in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APR 272T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 48 years old, this Mercedes Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APR 272T?

You can check the full history of APR 272T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was APR 272T registered?

APR 272T is a 1978 Mercedes Coupe, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is APR 272T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APR 272T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APR 272T have outstanding finance?

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