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JNJ 608V

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

50,339 mi
Last recorded50,339 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNJ 608V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 50,339 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 50,339 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 7 Oct 2019 49,657 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 49,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering turrett (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Fail 28 Aug 2019 49,652 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both nearside and offside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside bonnet by shock absorber top nut assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both nearside and offside rear body has slight corrosion

oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2018 47,500 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhausts system corroded

slight oil leak

Fail 21 Aug 2018 47,500 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhausts system corroded

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2017 45,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 43,617 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,638 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 39,638 miles

Front registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 36,846 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 36,846 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 36,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 36,769 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 36,007 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 35,978 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 35,968 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 35,966 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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JNJ 608V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 91,976 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 JNJ 608V, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNJ 608V registered?

JNJ 608V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 23 June 1980.

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