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B301 KJB

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,880 mi
Last recorded118,880 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB301 KJB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 118,880 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 118,791 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 118,719 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 118,320 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 118,317 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 117,897 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 117,228 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 116,797 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 116,797 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))

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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B301 KJB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B301 KJB, 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 B301 KJB registered?

B301 KJB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B301 KJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B301 KJB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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