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JAV 685W

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,983 mi
Last recorded48,983 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAV 685W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 48,983 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 48,506 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 47,953 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 47,517 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 47,311 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 46,992 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 46,498 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 45,190 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 45,150 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump\filter at rear (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2015 44,657 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 44,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres heavily perished 1957014

Pass 15 Jul 2014 44,167 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 43,289 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 42,086 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 40,550 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 38,735 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 37,296 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 36,328 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 36,328 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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JAV 685W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 JAV 685W, 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.

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What year was JAV 685W registered?

JAV 685W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 March 1981.

Is JAV 685W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAV 685W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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