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G280 PKM

1989 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

54,497 mi
Last recorded54,497 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 28046,165 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG280 PKM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2023 54,497 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sprng mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion around rear most body mountings

Pass 5 Dec 2022 54,396 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

hydrocarbons are high but goes below the limit at 1200rpm

Pass 22 Dec 2021 53,130 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 53,103 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 51,460 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 49,698 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 48,651 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 47,943 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 47,431 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 45,515 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 45,511 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 43,598 miles

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2014 43,598 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 41,924 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 41,856 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 40,954 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2011 39,541 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 39,541 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 37,327 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 37,327 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 34,826 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 29,967 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 29,967 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 26,357 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 26,357 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 24,140 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 24,140 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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G280 PKM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 G280 PKM, 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 G280 PKM registered?

G280 PKM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G280 PKM safe to buy?

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