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HCM 780

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,307 mi
Last recorded38,307 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCM 780
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 38,307 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Outer slight corrosion on quarter panel

Pass 13 Nov 2015 38,125 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2014 37,534 miles

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)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 37,534 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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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.

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