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HTN 643W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,844 mi
Last recorded68,844 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTN 643W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 68,844 miles

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

all welding covered in shutz

Fail 8 May 2017 68,844 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

all welding covered in shutz

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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HTN 643W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 HTN 643W, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HTN 643W?

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What year was HTN 643W registered?

HTN 643W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is HTN 643W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTN 643W 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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