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B303 NAY

1985 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

201,360 mi
Last recorded201,360 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2010
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 280105,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB303 NAY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2010 201,360 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 195,494 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear lamp taped

Pass 1 May 2008 191,463 miles

Both rear brake hoses perished.

Fail 1 May 2008 191,463 miles

Both rear brake hoses perished.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2007 188,026 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 184,011 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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B303 NAY is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B303 NAY, 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 B303 NAY registered?

B303 NAY is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B303 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B303 NAY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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