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CYV 575V

1979 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,129 mi
Last recorded73,129 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 28081,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYV 575V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2015 73,129 miles

screen cracked outside of swept area

Pass 13 Nov 2014 72,629 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear wheel arches starting to corrode

slight corrsion on under side of vehicle

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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CYV 575V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 CYV 575V, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CYV 575V?

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What year was CYV 575V registered?

CYV 575V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CYV 575V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYV 575V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYV 575V have outstanding finance?

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