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EGC 227H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,585 mi
Last recorded87,585 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 227H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 87,585 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 87,347 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 86,829 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 85,238 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 84,160 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 83,309 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 82,560 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 79,396 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 79,396 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 78,201 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 78,200 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 76,512 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 74,987 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 72,247 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 69,671 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 69,671 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 68,815 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 67,130 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 66,407 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 65,832 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 65,823 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 65,711 miles

STEERING BOX LEAKING

Pass 17 Jul 2006 65,502 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 65,502 miles

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

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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EGC 227H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 EGC 227H, 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 56 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 EGC 227H registered?

EGC 227H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 May 1970.

Is EGC 227H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 227H shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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