MOT Status
ValidMileage
113,599 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
stone chip in windscreen
Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
stone chip in windscreen
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Oil leak
Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
exhaust tail pipe bent
front discs poor condition
front number plate cracked
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Severe engine oil leak from cylinder head
sidewall damage on offside rear tyre
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Severe engine oil leak from cylinder head
sidewall damage on offside rear tyre
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G61 BLP is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 G61 BLP, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of G61 BLP?
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What year was G61 BLP registered?
G61 BLP is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 May 1990.
Is G61 BLP safe to buy?
The MOT history for G61 BLP shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does G61 BLP have outstanding finance?
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