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G516 NMW

1989 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,553 mi
Last recorded70,553 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2009
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 28046,165 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG516 NMW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2009 70,553 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 70,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 69,671 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 69,409 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 30 Aug 2007 69,397 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 69,003 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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G516 NMW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G516 NMW, 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.

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What year was G516 NMW registered?

G516 NMW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 August 1989.

Is G516 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G516 NMW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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