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EAZ 5351

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

190,728 mi
Last recorded190,728 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAZ 5351
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2009 190,728 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 190,728 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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EAZ 5351 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 95,420 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 EAZ 5351, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EAZ 5351 registered?

EAZ 5351 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 October 1978.

Is EAZ 5351 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAZ 5351 shows 2 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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