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B250 XSR

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,843 mi
Last recorded98,843 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB250 XSR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 98,843 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 98,511 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 98,111 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 97,756 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 97,254 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 97,254 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2016 96,844 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 96,844 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 96,317 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 95,936 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 95,396 miles

mounting for vacum storage unit in offside front wheel arch corroded needs replacing

oil leak from rear diff abs sensor

Pass 18 May 2010 95,311 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 95,311 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 94,208 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2007 93,943 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED SLIGHTLY

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED SLIGHTLT

Pass 13 Jun 2006 93,471 miles

propshaft defective

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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B250 XSR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 B250 XSR, 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 B250 XSR registered?

B250 XSR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B250 XSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B250 XSR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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