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FYY 545H

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,398 mi
Last recorded9,398 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 545H
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 9,398 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

vehicle under-body covered in under-seal

Fail 11 Jun 2021 9,397 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

boot floor corroded

nearside floor corroded and weak heavily coated in under seal

Pass 14 May 2019 8,472 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 7,590 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear tyres side walls are cracking

Pass 18 May 2015 7,238 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 7,067 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 6,133 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 6,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 5,910 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 529 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 529 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2009 3,613 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 3,558 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 3,558 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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FYY 545H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FYY 545H, 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.

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What year was FYY 545H registered?

FYY 545H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is FYY 545H safe to buy?

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