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BGU 759G

2016 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,993 mi
Last recorded3,993 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 28041,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGU 759G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2016
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2017 3,993 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 3,857 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

rear lights are a different design

slight 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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BGU 759G is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 41,966 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 BGU 759G, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BGU 759G registered?

BGU 759G is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 2016.

Is BGU 759G safe to buy?

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