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JAV 84N

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,742 mi
Last recorded9,742 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAV 84N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2025 9,742 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 8,967 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 8,368 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 6,989 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 5,115 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 2,867 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 84N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 65,966 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 84N, 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 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JAV 84N registered?

JAV 84N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 May 1975.

Is JAV 84N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAV 84N 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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