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JBY 274J

1970 Mercedes-benz 280

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,474 mi
Last recorded4,474 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz 28049,276 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 274J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 4,474 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 4,446 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 4,417 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 4,395 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 4,361 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 4,216 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 4,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 4,020 miles

Battery Insecure

Pass 8 Aug 2011 3,981 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 3,907 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 3,685 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 3,684 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 3,527 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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JBY 274J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 49,276 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 JBY 274J, 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 56 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 JBY 274J registered?

JBY 274J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 21 August 1970.

Is JBY 274J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 274J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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