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D825 CVJ

1986 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,394 mi
Last recorded92,394 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 28094,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD825 CVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2009 92,394 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 89,528 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 84,252 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 88,608 miles

rear metal brake pipes corroded corrosion within body mounts vehicle been stood

Pass 3 Sep 2005 88,105 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2005 88,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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D825 CVJ is a 1986 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 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 94,320 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 D825 CVJ, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D825 CVJ registered?

D825 CVJ is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is D825 CVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D825 CVJ 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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