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EKK 456K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,264 mi
Last recorded7,264 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKK 456K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 7,264 miles

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Form engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2022 7,258 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Form engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 7,088 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 7,012 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

coolant leak from radiator

exhaust rubbers split

front number plate cracked

no reverse lights

o/s/f steering boot split

slight corrosion on both sills

steering box damp

Pass 6 Feb 2019 6,737 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 6,726 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 6,715 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases To rear box pipes (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 6,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

oil leak steering box not exccesive

only one rear seat belt /rear bumper missing

Fail 26 Nov 2014 6,698 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

oil leak steering box not exccesive

only one rear seat belt /rear bumper missing

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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EKK 456K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 EKK 456K, 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 54 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 EKK 456K registered?

EKK 456K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is EKK 456K safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKK 456K shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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