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CYY 183G

1990 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,009 mi
Last recorded89,009 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2014
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 28042,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYY 183G
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Aug 2014 89,009 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 89,009 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 88,988 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

from gearbox slightly leak oil

nearside front tyre cracked outer wall.185.r14.eurospeed

offside front tyre cracked outer wall 185.r14.eurospeed

Pass 5 Mar 2011 88,925 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 88,917 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 88,779 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 88,768 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CYY 183G is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 CYY 183G, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CYY 183G registered?

CYY 183G is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 April 1990.

Is CYY 183G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYY 183G shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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