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C881 BYW

1986 Mercedes-benz 280

Bronze Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,927 mi
Last recorded80,927 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2006
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 28094,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC881 BYW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1986
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2006 80,927 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 80,927 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Upper Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 73,078 miles

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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C881 BYW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 in Bronze with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C881 BYW, 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.

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How do I check the history of C881 BYW?

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What year was C881 BYW registered?

C881 BYW is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 25 January 1986.

Is C881 BYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C881 BYW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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