MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
72,014 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Oil leak under ()
Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Oil leak
Oil leak
engine has oil leaks
exhaust mid section missing a rubber hanger
nearside front lower sill has rust near jacking point
rear drive box [diff] leaking
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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B21 SJE is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
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 B21 SJE, 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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How do I check the history of B21 SJE?
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What year was B21 SJE registered?
B21 SJE is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1985.
Is B21 SJE safe to buy?
The MOT history for B21 SJE shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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