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E434 EUY

1987 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,318 mi
Last recorded87,318 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 28052,252 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE434 EUY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2007 87,318 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 87,313 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front brake pads disintergrating

Pass 22 May 2006 86,271 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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E434 EUY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold 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 E434 EUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E434 EUY?

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What year was E434 EUY registered?

E434 EUY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E434 EUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E434 EUY 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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