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B2 FGN

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,477 mi
Last recorded95,477 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 FGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 95,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

suspension components crodded

Pass 18 Oct 2023 95,039 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 93,720 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 93,581 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 93,295 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 93,064 miles

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

surface corrosion on underside of car.various bushes perrished and cracked

Pass 20 Jun 2012 93,021 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 93,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 92,362 miles

nearside front outer sill corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2010 92,362 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front outer sill corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2009 91,862 miles

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2009 91,862 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nearside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2008 91,650 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 87,979 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2006 82,495 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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B2 FGN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B2 FGN, 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 B2 FGN registered?

B2 FGN is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1985.

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