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K196 MGF

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

White Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,907 mi
Last recorded162,907 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2009
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK196 MGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2009 162,907 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 156,284 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 147,502 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 144,033 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2006 132,727 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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K196 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in White with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K196 MGF, 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 K196 MGF registered?

K196 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 4 January 1993.

Is K196 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K196 MGF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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