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DHL 706

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,903 mi
Last recorded103,903 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHL 706
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 103,903 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle underseal

Pass 26 Jun 2020 103,859 miles

vehicle under sealed

Pass 20 Jun 2019 103,765 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and rear both sides (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 103,473 miles

Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and rear both sides and floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 103,229 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion and rear both sides and both floor pans (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 10,279 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion FLOOR AND BOTH SILLS (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2016 10,279 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion FLOOR AND BOTH SILLS (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 102,404 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 102,013 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 101,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advised on w/w bottle

Pass 13 Jun 2012 101,264 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 100,843 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 100,843 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 100,373 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 99,480 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 99,056 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 98,242 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust mounts

Pass 14 Jun 2006 96,835 miles

engine bed bushes

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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DHL 706 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 DHL 706, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHL 706 registered?

DHL 706 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 August 1981.

Is DHL 706 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHL 706 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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