MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,055 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
ns front wheel bearing has slight play
ns rear spring top mount corroded
os front inner wheel arch corroded
rear axle bushes worn
both front outer track rod ends have some wear
both rear trailing arm bushes deterioating
offside front tyre worn on outside edge
rear silencer corroded
slight pull to offside on brake test
some corrosion on some brake pipes
some lift in nearside top and bottom swivel joints
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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E206 NHY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 52,252 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 E206 NHY, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of E206 NHY?
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What year was E206 NHY registered?
E206 NHY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 7 October 1987.
Is E206 NHY safe to buy?
The MOT history for E206 NHY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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