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JFG 447V

1979 Mercedes-benz 280

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,434 mi
Last recorded97,434 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2007
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 28081,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFG 447V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2007 97,434 miles

both rear ex. rubbers deteriorating.

Pass 7 Aug 2006 97,329 miles

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

exhaust mounts cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2005 97,329 miles

underbody excessively undersealed

Fail 8 Aug 2005 97,329 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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JFG 447V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 81,294 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 JFG 447V, 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 47 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 JFG 447V registered?

JFG 447V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is JFG 447V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFG 447V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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