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K191 EYY

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

83,166 mi
Last recorded83,166 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK191 EYY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 83,166 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear axle oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2024 83,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 83,018 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 82,981 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 82,695 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 82,639 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 82,101 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 81,732 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 80,825 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 79,694 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 79,102 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 76,030 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 71,623 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 70,060 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 67,098 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 64,384 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 61,263 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 58,598 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 59,591 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 56,512 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 55,163 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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K191 EYY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 K191 EYY, 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 K191 EYY registered?

K191 EYY is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 9 March 1993.

Is K191 EYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K191 EYY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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