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CHJ 305G

2001 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,584 mi
Last recorded92,584 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 28071,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHJ 305G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2010 92,584 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 91,424 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 85,790 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 85,033 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

steering box slight leak

Pass 18 Apr 2006 85,033 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

steering box slight leak

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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CHJ 305G is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 71,284 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 CHJ 305G, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CHJ 305G registered?

CHJ 305G is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 8 February 2001.

Is CHJ 305G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHJ 305G shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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