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GIW 722

1986 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

93,574 mi
Last recorded93,574 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 28094,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIW 722
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 93,574 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 93,311 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 92,799 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 92,775 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by subframe/anti roll bar mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner wheel arch by battery mounting corroded

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 92,196 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 91,725 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 91,341 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 90,904 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 90,903 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering near anti-roll bar mount point (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front (inner) wheel arch has corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2017 89,939 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 89,141 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 87,994 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 87,053 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 86,484 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 85,719 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 84,187 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 84,186 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 81,737 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 79,120 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 79,120 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 77,165 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 75,066 miles

bad oil leak on oil cooler.

rear and centre exhausy mountings perishing.

Pass 29 Aug 2006 731,173 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 73,173 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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GIW 722 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 94,320 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 GIW 722, 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 40 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GIW 722 registered?

GIW 722 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is GIW 722 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIW 722 shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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