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B228 TEL

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

34,472 mi
Last recorded34,472 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB228 TEL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 34,472 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 33,884 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 33,138 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 32,260 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 31,603 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 29,987 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 28,858 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 27,817 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 27,778 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 27,680 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 27,636 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 27,571 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 27,558 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 27,520 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 27,365 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 27,339 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 27,260 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 27,260 miles

Nearside Front Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 9 May 2007 27,187 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 27,044 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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B228 TEL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 B228 TEL, 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 B228 TEL registered?

B228 TEL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 April 1985.

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