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K205 MGF

1993 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,265 mi
Last recorded144,265 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 280130,674 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK205 MGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 144,265 miles

Nearside front tyre deteriorated on outer edge and slightly damaged

Nearside rear tyre worn on both inner and outer edges

Fail 8 Feb 2010 144,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside front tyre deteriorated on outer edge and slightly damaged

Nearside rear tyre worn on both inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Feb 2009 137,105 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 127,910 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 127,910 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Apr 2006 118,772 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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K205 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 K205 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 K205 MGF registered?

K205 MGF is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K205 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K205 MGF shows 6 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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