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GF07 SWO

2007 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Diesel 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

198,715 mi
Last recorded198,715 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz 28081,094 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF07 SWO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 198,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 198,738 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint pipe wrapped with tape (2.3.3b)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 192,437 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to the hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

Fail 29 Mar 2017 92,151 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to the hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection on some components

Pass 29 Apr 2016 184,675 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 180,450 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 173,639 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 164,384 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 152,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 152,267 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 145,346 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 45,299 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 111,696 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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GF07 SWO is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 81,094 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 GF07 SWO, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GF07 SWO registered?

GF07 SWO is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 April 2007.

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