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EFB 998W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,651 mi
Last recorded79,651 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFB 998W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2011 79,651 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 79,646 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear light craked

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 79,641 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 79,637 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 79,628 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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EFB 998W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 EFB 998W, 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 45 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 EFB 998W registered?

EFB 998W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 June 1981.

Is EFB 998W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFB 998W 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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