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BAH 41W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,383 mi
Last recorded73,383 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 41W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 73,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 72,013 miles

front prop shaft coupling splitting

Pass 7 Sep 2011 70,492 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 68,911 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 67,149 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 65,370 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 65,347 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 62,800 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 60,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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BAH 41W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 BAH 41W, 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 45 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 BAH 41W registered?

BAH 41W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 February 1981.

Is BAH 41W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 41W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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