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E788 BGP

1987 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,625 mi
Last recorded30,625 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 28052,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE788 BGP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 30,625 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 130,802 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,397 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 21,397 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 May 2006 10,950 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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E788 BGP is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E788 BGP, 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 E788 BGP registered?

E788 BGP is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E788 BGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E788 BGP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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