MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,457 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Oil leaks
corrosion to both outer sill front ends/lower inner arch outside prescribed areas
Corrosion to both front sill ends/inner arches
Oil leak
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Corrosion to both front sill ends/inner arches
Oil leak
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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GAV 474 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 GAV 474, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was GAV 474 registered?
GAV 474 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 21 April 1971.
Is GAV 474 safe to buy?
The MOT history for GAV 474 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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