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G652 NBT

1989 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

55,838 mi
Last recorded55,838 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 28046,165 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG652 NBT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,838 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 55,824 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced post to mount inside 30cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 55,730 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 53,952 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 53,268 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 52,522 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

n/s and o/s inner sills corroded under vehicle

Pass 22 Jul 2013 51,528 miles

N/S front brake disc in poor condition

Fail 11 Jul 2013 51,494 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

N/S front brake disc in poor condition

Pass 9 May 2012 48,278 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 May 2011 45,955 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,576 miles

N/s front tyre cracks on wall

Fail 26 May 2010 42,298 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

N/s front tyre cracks on wall

Pass 8 Jun 2009 39,951 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 39,920 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2008 36,954 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 36,954 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 May 2007 34,110 miles

Both wiper blades worn

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 30,989 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 30,926 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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G652 NBT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 G652 NBT, 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 G652 NBT registered?

G652 NBT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 August 1989.

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