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JPG 733K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

45,773 mi
Last recorded45,773 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPG 733K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 45,773 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 45,761 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2022 45,721 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 45,491 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 45,414 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 45,135 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 45,135 miles

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 44,960 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 44,845 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both sides inner & outer sill corroded slightly

underbody coated by sealant

Fail 11 Jun 2013 44,603 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 44,603 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 42,757 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 42,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 42,356 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 42,342 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 41,679 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 41,679 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 41,527 miles

o/s/f headlamp lense cracked †

Pass 8 Nov 2005 41,478 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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JPG 733K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 53,425 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 JPG 733K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JPG 733K?

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What year was JPG 733K registered?

JPG 733K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 January 1972.

Is JPG 733K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPG 733K shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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