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JYY 477J

1971 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,918 mi
Last recorded58,918 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 28045,531 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYY 477J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 58,918 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 58,901 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 58,885 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 58,885 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 58,885 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 58,873 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 58,870 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Oct 2013 58,870 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2012 58,861 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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JYY 477J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 45,531 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 JYY 477J, 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 55 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 JYY 477J?

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What year was JYY 477J registered?

JYY 477J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is JYY 477J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYY 477J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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