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B216 XJO

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

135,265 mi
Last recorded135,265 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB216 XJO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2006 135,265 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

advancing under body corrosion

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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B216 XJO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 B216 XJO, 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 B216 XJO registered?

B216 XJO is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 5 March 1985.

Is B216 XJO safe to buy?

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