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BBY 38G

1969 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,630 mi
Last recorded52,630 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1969 Mercedes-benz 28048,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBY 38G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 52,630 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 51,894 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 51,142 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 50,394 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 49,978 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 49,967 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 49,870 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 49,832 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 49,832 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 49,803 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 49,803 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly 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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BBY 38G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1969 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 48,833 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BBY 38G, 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 57 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BBY 38G?

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What year was BBY 38G registered?

BBY 38G is a 1969 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 June 1969.

Is BBY 38G safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBY 38G shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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