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GU52 XWA

2002 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,348 mi
Last recorded91,348 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 28064,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XWA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 91,348 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2015 91,348 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front fog lamp not working

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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GU52 XWA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 64,670 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 GU52 XWA, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GU52 XWA registered?

GU52 XWA is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is GU52 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 XWA 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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