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JHT 20L

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

78,027 mi
Last recorded78,027 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2021
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHT 20L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2021 78,027 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion hole in nearside front sill but not within prescribed area

Fail 8 Oct 2021 78,005 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion hole in nearside front sill but not within prescribed area

Fail 30 Jul 2019 77,604 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Rear Suspension component leaking and gaiter loose.

Dampness around front of brake servo

Nearside Front Rust Hole sill

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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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JHT 20L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 JHT 20L, 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 54 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 JHT 20L registered?

JHT 20L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 16 August 1972.

Is JHT 20L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHT 20L 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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