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JCT 343N

1975 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

74,682 mi
Last recorded74,682 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2007
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz 28065,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCT 343N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1975
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2007 74,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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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JCT 343N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 JCT 343N, 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.

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What year was JCT 343N registered?

JCT 343N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 June 1975.

Is JCT 343N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCT 343N shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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