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CF237-781

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

91,802 mi
Last recorded91,802 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF237-781
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2018 91,802 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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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CF237-781 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 CF237-781, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CF237-781 registered?

CF237-781 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is CF237-781 safe to buy?

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