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CVA 386J

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,246 mi
Last recorded94,246 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVA 386J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 94,246 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 94,239 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 94,412 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 94,043 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 93,616 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 92,861 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 92,691 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 92,690 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 92,281 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 92,280 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CVA 386J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 CVA 386J, 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 CVA 386J registered?

CVA 386J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 November 1970.

Is CVA 386J safe to buy?

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