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BGX 545T

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,078 mi
Last recorded27,078 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGX 545T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 27,078 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 27,078 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 26,764 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 26,764 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 26,751 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 26,738 miles

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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BGX 545T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 95,420 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 BGX 545T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BGX 545T registered?

BGX 545T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 27 November 1978.

Is BGX 545T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGX 545T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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