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EUF 805L

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,670 mi
Last recorded63,670 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEUF 805L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 63,670 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 63,210 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 63,109 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 63,102 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 63,102 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

o/s rear brakes has a slightly restricted free movement

side repeaters not fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2008 63,102 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 62,898 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 62,492 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 62,499 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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EUF 805L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EUF 805L, 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 EUF 805L registered?

EUF 805L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 26 October 1972.

Is EUF 805L safe to buy?

The MOT history for EUF 805L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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