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DHN 588H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,429 mi
Last recorded59,429 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 588H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 59,429 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 53,175 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 53,086 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 52,982 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 52,529 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 52,526 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 52,178 miles

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

OFFSIDE FRONT TYR HAS CUT IN SIDEWALL BUT NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH THE CORD

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 52,176 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 51,124 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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DHN 588H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 DHN 588H, 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 56 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHN 588H registered?

DHN 588H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is DHN 588H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 588H shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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