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K17 RLW

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,944 mi
Last recorded77,944 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 RLW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 77,944 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 74,314 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 74,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 70,281 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 70,274 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 7 May 2011 69,787 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 61,548 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 56,396 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 51,451 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 47,217 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2006 43,473 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 43,431 miles

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

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

n/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

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
Full Mercedes-benz 280 reliability report

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K17 RLW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 130,674 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K17 RLW, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K17 RLW registered?

K17 RLW is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K17 RLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 RLW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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