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B219 WVG

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

87,579 mi
Last recorded87,579 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB219 WVG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 87,579 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 86,300 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 85,803 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 84,331 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 84,291 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 80,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 78,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 76,932 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,312 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 74,796 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 74,459 miles

front subframe bush deteriation

ns outer track rod end boot deteriation

Fail 20 Aug 2014 74,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front subframe bush deteriation

ns outer track rod end boot deteriation

Pass 31 Jul 2013 71,903 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

dear diff has oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2012 69,182 miles

Oil leak

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

rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2011 67,328 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 67,328 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 65,617 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 65,617 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 61,096 miles

exhaust blowing from manifold area

n/s/r nail in tyre

o/s/r tyre in poor condition.

Pass 3 Jul 2008 57,359 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 57,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 53,590 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 52,422 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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B219 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 B219 WVG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B219 WVG registered?

B219 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B219 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B219 WVG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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