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C380 KVS

1986 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,383 mi
Last recorded74,383 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 28094,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC380 KVS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 74,383 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 74,374 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 71,588 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 68,375 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r brake lazy on increase-decrease.

Pass 16 Jun 2012 63,738 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 63,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 63,364 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 63,032 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 62,780 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 62,780 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 62,415 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 62,043 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

play in steering joints

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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C380 KVS is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 94,320 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 C380 KVS, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C380 KVS registered?

C380 KVS is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 March 1986.

Is C380 KVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C380 KVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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