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G107 KGO

1989 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

64,963 mi
Last recorded64,963 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 28046,165 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG107 KGO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 May 2022 64,963 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 64,947 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 64,946 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre Outer Wall Starting To Perish

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 64,938 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 64,938 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 64,914 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 64,914 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 64,914 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate damaged

Pass 30 Jun 2010 64,914 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 2 Mar 2009 64,870 miles

blue smoke from exhaust.

Fail 2 Mar 2009 64,870 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

blue smoke from exhaust.

Pass 2 Mar 2007 64,749 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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G107 KGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 46,165 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 G107 KGO, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G107 KGO registered?

G107 KGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G107 KGO safe to buy?

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