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BEH 229H

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,190 mi
Last recorded61,190 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEH 229H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 61,190 miles

o/s/f inner sill coroding

oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2016 60,446 miles

oil leak

small hole in rear exhaust pipe

Pass 23 Jul 2015 59,059 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s/r axle leaking

Pass 23 Jul 2014 58,568 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 57,532 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 83,522 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 83,521 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2010 83,521 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Semaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

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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BEH 229H is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BEH 229H, 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 BEH 229H registered?

BEH 229H is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 22 April 1980.

Is BEH 229H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEH 229H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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