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BCV 137T

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,402 mi
Last recorded86,402 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 137T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 86,402 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant leak

Pass 24 Jan 2020 85,059 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 84,881 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases to manifold (7.1.2)

Nearside outer sill minor corrosion

Pass 7 Feb 2017 84,742 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe joint/gasket slight leak (7.1.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 84,536 miles

all tyres age cracking

Pass 24 Feb 2015 83,759 miles

Tyres slighly perished

Fail 9 Feb 2015 83,752 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

front tyres tread cracking

Pass 17 Feb 2014 82,452 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 80,649 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 80,578 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 80,396 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 80,396 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 2 May 2007 80,332 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 80,332 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2006 80,302 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 80,302 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BCV 137T is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 BCV 137T, 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 46 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 BCV 137T registered?

BCV 137T is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is BCV 137T safe to buy?

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