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JML 407K

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,311 mi
Last recorded8,311 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJML 407K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,311 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 8,173 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 8,023 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 8,023 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 7,871 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 7,868 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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JML 407K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JML 407K, 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 JML 407K registered?

JML 407K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 10 December 1971.

Is JML 407K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JML 407K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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