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JYO 6K

1972 Mercedes-benz 280

Beige Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,178 mi
Last recorded61,178 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz 28053,425 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYO 6K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2024 61,178 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 60,972 miles

Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 60,768 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 60,754 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 59,536 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 55,522 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 49,526 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 46,316 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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JYO 6K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280 in Beige with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 JYO 6K, 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

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What year was JYO 6K registered?

JYO 6K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 17 February 1972.

Is JYO 6K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYO 6K shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JYO 6K have outstanding finance?

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