MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
154,203 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front inner wheel arch
n/s/r sill showing signs of corrosion inside the door
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
nearside rear tyre cracked on sidewall
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of BUR 551S?
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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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