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BUR 551S

1987 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,203 mi
Last recorded154,203 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 28052,252 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUR 551S
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2017 154,203 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch

n/s/r sill showing signs of corrosion inside the door

Pass 9 Oct 2007 154,178 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre cracked on sidewall

Pass 12 May 2006 154,121 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear brake slightly binding

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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BUR 551S is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,252 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 BUR 551S, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BUR 551S registered?

BUR 551S is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 19 May 1987.

Is BUR 551S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUR 551S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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