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ETA 212T

1988 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,546 mi
Last recorded46,546 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 28045,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETA 212T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1988
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 46,546 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 46,543 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 44,087 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 42,877 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 42,277 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 40,927 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 40,899 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 38,883 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 37,399 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 37,343 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill 30cm of seat belt mounting (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 34,514 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 32,556 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,932 miles

ofside headlamp unit misty

Pass 2 Mar 2012 28,616 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 27,249 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.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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ETA 212T is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 45,143 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 ETA 212T, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ETA 212T registered?

ETA 212T is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is ETA 212T safe to buy?

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