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CPK 522H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,261 mi
Last recorded71,261 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPK 522H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 71,261 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 69,456 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 68,487 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 67,954 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 66,829 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 65,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 63,845 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 63,000 miles

uneven wear of offside front tyre

Pass 10 May 2010 61,828 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 59,722 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 59,720 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Coolant leak

o/s/r shocker leaking slightly

Pass 30 May 2008 58,785 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 57,893 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 56,737 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 56,730 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

SLIGHT BRAKE BINDE AT OFFSIDE FRONT

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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CPK 522H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 CPK 522H, 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 56 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 CPK 522H registered?

CPK 522H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is CPK 522H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPK 522H shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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