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JKH 138L

1981 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,783 mi
Last recorded136,783 miles
Recorded on26 May 2006
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 28089,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKH 138L
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2006 136,783 miles

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

battery insecure

non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 26 May 2006 136,783 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

battery insecure

non obligatory mirror damaged

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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JKH 138L is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,462 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 JKH 138L, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JKH 138L registered?

JKH 138L is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 August 1981.

Is JKH 138L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKH 138L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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