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JDV 814V

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

122,007 mi
Last recorded122,007 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2006
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDV 814V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2006 122,007 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2005 118,671 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 118,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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JDV 814V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 JDV 814V, 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

How do I check the history of JDV 814V?

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What year was JDV 814V registered?

JDV 814V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 April 1980.

Is JDV 814V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JDV 814V shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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