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GKR 480N

1974 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,944 mi
Last recorded83,944 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz 28053,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKR 480N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2009 83,944 miles

front and centre exhaust parts in poor condition

Fail 12 Oct 2009 83,944 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front and centre exhaust parts in poor condition

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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GKR 480N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 53,198 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 GKR 480N, 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 52 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 GKR 480N registered?

GKR 480N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GKR 480N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKR 480N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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