MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,164 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
engin missfire
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?
Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.
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JR 5155 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280 in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 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 JR 5155, 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 JR 5155 registered?
JR 5155 is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 August 1981.
Is JR 5155 safe to buy?
The MOT history for JR 5155 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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