MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,700 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
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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EWB 853V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 EWB 853V, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of EWB 853V?
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What year was EWB 853V registered?
EWB 853V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 28 March 1980.
Is EWB 853V safe to buy?
The MOT history for EWB 853V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EWB 853V have outstanding finance?
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