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JAN 606W

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,531 mi
Last recorded62,531 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2008
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAN 606W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2008 62,531 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 62,514 miles

Nearside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 61,959 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 61,940 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 61,269 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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JAN 606W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 JAN 606W, 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 46 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 JAN 606W registered?

JAN 606W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 November 1980.

Is JAN 606W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAN 606W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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