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EGC 234H

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,742 mi
Last recorded74,742 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 234H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 74,742 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 73,583 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 73,495 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 73,292 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 72,938 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 72,907 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 72,874 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 72,830 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 72,773 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 72,773 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 72,711 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 72,611 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

gearlinkage fell off: had to refit: needs new bush?

Pass 21 Aug 2007 72,557 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 72,557 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 72,498 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 72,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 234H is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 234H, 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

How do I check the history of EGC 234H?

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What year was EGC 234H registered?

EGC 234H is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is EGC 234H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 234H shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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