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K199 MGF

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

74,730 mi
Last recorded74,730 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK199 MGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 74,730 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 73,562 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 70,928 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 64,639 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 64,193 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt off drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 May 2018 63,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 62,422 miles

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

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

Oil leak rear differential ()

Pass 12 May 2016 61,672 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 61,672 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2015 60,133 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 58,786 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 57,033 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 55,968 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 54,862 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 53,576 miles

slight oil leak from engine, gearbox and diff.

slight play in os/f wheel bearing.

Pass 26 May 2009 52,618 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 51,736 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 49,875 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 48,482 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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K199 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 K199 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 K199 MGF registered?

K199 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 14 January 1993.

Is K199 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K199 MGF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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