MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,258 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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How do I check the history of ELW 763J?
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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.
Does ELW 763J have outstanding finance?
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