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FHH 469K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 40050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,922 mi
Last recorded18,922 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHH 469K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine40,050cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 18,922 miles

Offside Front steering idler has play

Fail 1 May 2018 18,922 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front steering idler has play

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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FHH 469K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 40,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 FHH 469K, 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

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What year was FHH 469K registered?

FHH 469K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 15 January 1972.

Is FHH 469K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHH 469K shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHH 469K have outstanding finance?

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