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FYY 512H

2007 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,583 mi
Last recorded45,583 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz 28081,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 512H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 45,583 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 45,540 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 45,425 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 45,059 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 44,993 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 44,931 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 44,456 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,361 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 44,197 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 43,857 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 43,766 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 42,722 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 42,722 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 41,764 miles

slight blow on back box † †head light beam deflectors on during test

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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FYY 512H is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 81,094 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 FYY 512H, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FYY 512H registered?

FYY 512H is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 April 2007.

Is FYY 512H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYY 512H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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