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JYY 529J

2004 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

54,749 mi
Last recorded54,749 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 28071,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYY 529J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 54,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 54,128 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 53,887 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,735 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,534 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 53,303 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 53,303 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 53,243 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 52,356 miles

Both of the rear tyres are cracking.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2010 52,133 miles

There is a slight blow from the middle box.

Pass 27 Jun 2009 51,297 miles

All of the tyres are cracking.

There is a very small hole in the middle exhaust box.

There is tape on the headlights to adjust the kick up.

Pass 5 Jul 2008 51,065 miles

offside front wheel bearing has slight play

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 14 Jul 2007 50,815 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all 4 tyres cracking

both front king pins have slight play

Pass 29 Jun 2006 50,128 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2005 50,124 miles

Offside Front Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 529J is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 71,722 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 529J, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JYY 529J registered?

JYY 529J is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 6 September 2004.

Is JYY 529J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYY 529J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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