MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,307 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Rear Outer slight corrosion on quarter panel
Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
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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HCM 780 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,499cc 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 HCM 780, 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
How do I check the history of HCM 780?
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What year was HCM 780 registered?
HCM 780 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 May 1971.
Is HCM 780 safe to buy?
The MOT history for HCM 780 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.
Does HCM 780 have outstanding finance?
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