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CPL 83H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,364 mi
Last recorded72,364 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPL 83H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 72,364 miles

Offside Front Inner slight corrosion

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear floor and chassis slight corrosion

Pass 23 Jun 2017 72,297 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 72,297 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 72,169 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 72,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 71,592 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 7,080 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 69,947 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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CPL 83H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CPL 83H, 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 CPL 83H registered?

CPL 83H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 June 1970.

Is CPL 83H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPL 83H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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