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CGD 57K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 3496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,220 mi
Last recorded90,220 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGD 57K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2017 90,220 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe gasket (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Trunnion (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 88,283 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 88,008 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 May 2014 86,714 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 84,496 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 84,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 83,976 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 83,246 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 83,243 miles

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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CGD 57K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CGD 57K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CGD 57K registered?

CGD 57K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 January 1972.

Is CGD 57K safe to buy?

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