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F739 UMM

1988 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,174 mi
Last recorded32,174 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 28045,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF739 UMM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 32,174 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 31,435 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 30,838 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 30,070 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 29,793 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 29,183 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 28,173 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 26,761 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 24,617 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear fuel pipes have slight corrosion

Fail 9 Aug 2016 24,617 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear fuel pipes have slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2015 21,925 miles

Both chrome balls leaking grease

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

R/O/S hub seal leaking

Fail 30 Jun 2015 21,921 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Both chrome balls leaking grease

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

R/O/S hub seal leaking

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 21,368 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 21,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 20,780 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 19,515 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 19,472 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 18,563 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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F739 UMM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F739 UMM, 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 F739 UMM registered?

F739 UMM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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The MOT history for F739 UMM shows 18 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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