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D509 TJO

1987 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,887 mi
Last recorded11,887 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 28052,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD509 TJO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 11,887 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 10,014 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front hubs leaking

both rear tyres are getting low

n/s front tyre getting low

rear suspension bushes slightly perished

Fail 15 Dec 2008 10,014 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front hubs leaking

both rear tyres are getting low

n/s front tyre getting low

rear suspension bushes slightly perished

Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,136 miles

all rear suspension bushes perished

both front hubs leaking

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

engine oil leaks

o/s/f wheel bearing noisy

play at n/s forward track rod end

stone chip in screen

Pass 14 Aug 2006 5,741 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 4,008 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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D509 TJO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,252 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 D509 TJO, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D509 TJO registered?

D509 TJO is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D509 TJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D509 TJO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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