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E422 LRU

1987 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,311 mi
Last recorded20,311 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2017
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 28052,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE422 LRU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2017 20,311 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 20,275 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 20,224 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 20,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 19,995 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 19,974 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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E422 LRU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E422 LRU, 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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What year was E422 LRU registered?

E422 LRU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E422 LRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E422 LRU shows 6 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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