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J934 LMW

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,779 mi
Last recorded116,779 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ934 LMW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2026 116,779 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 115,758 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 115,121 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 114,191 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 113,107 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 111,291 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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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J934 LMW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 129,793 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 J934 LMW, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J934 LMW registered?

J934 LMW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 3 January 1992.

Is J934 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J934 LMW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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