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FHA 590K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,201 mi
Last recorded59,201 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2013
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHA 590K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2013 59,201 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 59,176 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 56,282 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 53,200 miles

windscreen washer not working

Pass 11 Nov 2006 53,090 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 53,090 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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FHA 590K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FHA 590K, 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

How do I check the history of FHA 590K?

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What year was FHA 590K registered?

FHA 590K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 June 1972.

Is FHA 590K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHA 590K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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