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K124 CRD

1992 Mercedes-benz 280

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

171,938 mi
Last recorded171,938 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 280129,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK124 CRD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2011 171,938 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 168,669 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 165,300 miles

nearside steering idler slight play

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 161,120 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Sep 2008 161,120 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 155,680 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 151,348 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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K124 CRD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 129,793 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 K124 CRD, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K124 CRD registered?

K124 CRD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 8 December 1992.

Is K124 CRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K124 CRD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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