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BOP 410V

1979 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,511 mi
Last recorded77,511 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 28081,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOP 410V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 77,511 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 77,190 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 77,048 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 77,048 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 76,987 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 76,807 miles

all tyres deteriorating with age between tread and side wall. All side walls cracking.

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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BOP 410V is a 1979 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 83.3%.

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 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 BOP 410V, 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

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What year was BOP 410V registered?

BOP 410V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BOP 410V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOP 410V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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