MOT Status
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93,992 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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nearside front brake is starting to bind
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
nearside front brake is starting to bind
slight seepage of fluid fron steering box
Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
fuel pump surface rust
Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
fuel pump surface rust
centre seat belt has been removed
Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
exhaust system in poor condition
rear silencer in poor condition been repaired
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DPH 595J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 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 DPH 595J, 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.
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What year was DPH 595J registered?
DPH 595J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 October 1970.
Is DPH 595J safe to buy?
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