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JUX 140V

1980 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,805 mi
Last recorded81,805 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 28091,976 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUX 140V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2017 81,805 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 83,417 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 81,272 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front inner wings slightly rusty

n/s/r tyre cracking slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2011 267,776 miles

Battery insecure

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

unerbody has corrosion

Fail 28 Mar 2011 267,776 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Battery insecure

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

unerbody has corrosion

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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JUX 140V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 JUX 140V, 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 JUX 140V registered?

JUX 140V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is JUX 140V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUX 140V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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