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DUY 345W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,086 mi
Last recorded59,086 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUY 345W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 59,086 miles

head light switch tight to turn

Pass 4 Dec 2014 58,199 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 57,271 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2012 56,253 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 54,945 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 54,641 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 52,169 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 51,482 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 48,106 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 48,106 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2006 47,265 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 46,270 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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DUY 345W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DUY 345W, 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.

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What year was DUY 345W registered?

DUY 345W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is DUY 345W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUY 345W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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