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B39 TEC

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Diesel 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,162 mi
Last recorded48,162 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2007
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB39 TEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2007 48,162 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 48,162 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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B39 TEC is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 130,674 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B39 TEC, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B39 TEC registered?

B39 TEC is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 December 1993.

Is B39 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B39 TEC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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