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JOB 1N

1978 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,872 mi
Last recorded39,872 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 28095,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOB 1N
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 39,872 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 39,769 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 39,765 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 10 May 2023 39,417 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 39,282 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 39,146 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 39,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 38,746 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 38,338 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 38,103 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 37,946 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,827 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 37,665 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 37,387 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 37,311 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 36,688 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 36,442 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 36,061 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 35,867 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 35,786 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,461 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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JOB 1N is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 95,420 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 JOB 1N, 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 48 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 JOB 1N registered?

JOB 1N is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 13 October 1978.

Is JOB 1N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOB 1N shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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