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G871 YAD

1989 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Diesel 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,486 mi
Last recorded98,486 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 28046,165 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG871 YAD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 98,486 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 97,479 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 94,819 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 92,911 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 88,971 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 84,312 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 83,490 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 80,659 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 80,365 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 77,491 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 76,651 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 73,324 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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G871 YAD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 G871 YAD, 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 G871 YAD registered?

G871 YAD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 October 1989.

Is G871 YAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G871 YAD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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