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ELW 763J

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,258 mi
Last recorded55,258 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELW 763J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2017 55,258 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 53,691 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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ELW 763J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ELW 763J, 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.

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What year was ELW 763J registered?

ELW 763J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 23 November 1970.

Is ELW 763J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELW 763J shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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