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E99 GRX

1988 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,569 mi
Last recorded36,569 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 28045,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE99 GRX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2018 36,569 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front ball joint boot split (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt first ball joint off drop arm (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner arch closing panel ( not prescribed area ) (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 36,568 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

fuel tank protective shield /cover has a little corrosion but is secure

has a small corrosion hole in offside inner wheel arch but this is a bolted on part and is not affecting the nearby mounting of the servo

offside rubber hangar deteriorated

Fail 10 Oct 2013 36,568 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

fuel tank protective shield /cover has a little corrosion but is secure

has a small corrosion hole in offside inner wheel arch but this is a bolted on part and is not affecting the nearby mounting of the servo

offside rubber hangar deteriorated

Pass 12 May 2012 36,568 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 36,568 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 36,566 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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E99 GRX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 45,143 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E99 GRX, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E99 GRX registered?

E99 GRX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E99 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E99 GRX shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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