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B16 SKR

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

187,833 mi
Last recorded187,833 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 SKR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2012 187,833 miles

all metal brake pipes are corroded

front brake pads low

o/s/r tyre is close to legal limit

Fail 16 May 2012 187,809 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all metal brake pipes are corroded

front brake pads low

o/s/r tyre is close to the legal limit

Pass 16 May 2011 184,267 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2010 182,744 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 182,722 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2009 180,722 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear tyre 3mm tread depth

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 15 May 2008 176,833 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 10 May 2007 173,121 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 166,471 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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B16 SKR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 130,674 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 B16 SKR, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B16 SKR registered?

B16 SKR is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is B16 SKR safe to buy?

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