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BML 885H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,306 mi
Last recorded86,306 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2020
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 885H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2020 86,306 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 86,276 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 85,987 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 85,827 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 85,827 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 85,214 miles

off-side front brake sticking 'on' slightly

windscreen washers took a long time to work

Pass 30 Nov 2006 84,657 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 84,656 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Nearside Front Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

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

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

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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BML 885H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 BML 885H, 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 56 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BML 885H registered?

BML 885H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 July 1970.

Is BML 885H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BML 885H shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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