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FAX 480K

2015 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,818 mi
Last recorded26,818 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz 28041,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAX 480K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2015
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2020 26,818 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 26,716 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 26,701 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 26,355 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 26,321 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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FAX 480K is a 2015 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 41,505 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 FAX 480K, 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 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FAX 480K registered?

FAX 480K is a 2015 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 December 2015.

Is FAX 480K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAX 480K shows 5 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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