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BFX 41T

1979 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

140,750 mi
Last recorded140,750 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 28081,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFX 41T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 140,750 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 140,510 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 140,482 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 139,808 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Welding repairs to N/S + O/S sills, undersealed

Fail 21 May 2019 139,808 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Welding repairs to N/S + O/S sills, undersealed

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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BFX 41T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 BFX 41T, 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 47 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 BFX 41T?

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What year was BFX 41T registered?

BFX 41T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is BFX 41T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFX 41T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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