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FPO 519H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,773 mi
Last recorded40,773 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPO 519H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 40,773 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 36,161 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 35,950 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 35,950 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 35,410 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 35,214 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 34,904 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 34,401 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 34,203 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 33,762 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,532 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 33,245 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 33,203 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2010 32,605 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 31,751 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 31,060 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 29,985 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 28,950 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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FPO 519H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 FPO 519H, 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 56 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 FPO 519H registered?

FPO 519H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is FPO 519H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPO 519H 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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