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HTY 521W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,365 mi
Last recorded101,365 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 521W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 101,365 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 100,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 100,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 99,461 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 98,716 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 98,716 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 97,966 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 97,111 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 96,737 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 96,737 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 96,646 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 96,362 miles

both rear discs corroded,vehicle has been laid up for a while brake readings are effective.

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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HTY 521W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 HTY 521W, 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

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What year was HTY 521W registered?

HTY 521W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 January 1981.

Is HTY 521W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 521W shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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