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F624 EEP

1988 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,007 mi
Last recorded23,007 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 28045,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF624 EEP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2017 23,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 22,651 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,896 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 May 2014 21,120 miles

Centre Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2013 20,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 18,963 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 May 2011 16,588 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 11,024 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,658 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 5,758 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 3,830 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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F624 EEP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F624 EEP, 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 F624 EEP registered?

F624 EEP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 October 1988.

Is F624 EEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F624 EEP shows 11 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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