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DJI 7199

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,678 mi
Last recorded136,678 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2011
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJI 7199
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2011 136,678 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 122,343 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 110,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2008 97,474 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 87,959 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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DJI 7199 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DJI 7199, 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 DJI 7199 registered?

DJI 7199 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is DJI 7199 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJI 7199 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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