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HSE 419V

1979 Mercedes-benz 280

Brown Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,553 mi
Last recorded35,553 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 28081,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSE 419V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 35,553 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 35,142 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 34,808 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 34,486 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 34,069 miles

ALL TYRES SIDEWALLLS PERISHED

Pass 2 Apr 2015 33,906 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 33,416 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 33,388 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 33,261 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 33,074 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 32,545 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 32,545 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2007 32,535 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 32,535 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 32,307 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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HSE 419V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 in Brown with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 HSE 419V, 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 47 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 HSE 419V registered?

HSE 419V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is HSE 419V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSE 419V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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