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JJK 614J

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

Cream Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,421 mi
Last recorded73,421 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2020
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJK 614J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2020 73,421 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 73,375 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 73,374 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 73,357 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 73,335 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 73,094 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 72,341 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 71,566 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 70,371 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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JJK 614J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in Cream with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 JJK 614J, 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 55 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 JJK 614J registered?

JJK 614J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 2 February 1971.

Is JJK 614J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJK 614J shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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