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B211 PLU

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,925 mi
Last recorded30,925 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB211 PLU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,925 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 29,485 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 26,128 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2010 26,128 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 20,088 miles

exhaust rear box secured with zip ties

slight play both rear wheel bearing

Fail 4 Feb 2009 20,088 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

exhaust rear box secured with zip ties

slight play both rear wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jun 2006 19,814 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 19,814 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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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B211 PLU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 105,631 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 B211 PLU, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B211 PLU registered?

B211 PLU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 June 1985.

Is B211 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B211 PLU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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