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B687 XYN

2007 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,302 mi
Last recorded178,302 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz 28081,094 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB687 XYN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 178,302 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 177,712 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play on limit now (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

chip to windscreen

Fail 3 Mar 2023 177,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play on limit now (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

chip to windscreen

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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B687 XYN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 81,094 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 B687 XYN, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B687 XYN registered?

B687 XYN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 26 June 2007.

Is B687 XYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B687 XYN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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