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FHH 776K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,800 mi
Last recorded20,800 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHH 776K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 20,800 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside upper mounting bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff slight seepage of oil

Fail 8 Jan 2025 20,800 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside upper mounting bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff slight seepage of oil

Pass 24 Nov 2022 20,304 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailbox slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

brake pedal some times appears slightly spongy

parking brake cable rubbing on heat shield next to engine mounting

Fail 24 Nov 2022 20,304 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailbox slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

brake pedal some times appears slightly spongy

parking brake cable rubbing on heat shield next to engine mounting

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 776K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 776K, 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 776K registered?

FHH 776K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is FHH 776K safe to buy?

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